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Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Huangdao District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse

The Língshāndǎo North lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall, painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane reaches 28.5 meters above sea level. This structure emits a white light that flashes once every 4 seconds. The lighthouse is located at the northern tip of Língshāndǎo, a mountainous island situated approximately 13 km offshore and southwest of Qīngdǎo. Its geographic range extends to 15 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light marks the northern approach to Língshāndǎo island, a resort area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
28.5m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Huangdao District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
Língshāndǎo, a mountainous island about 13 km off the coast, roughly 30 km south southwest of Qīngdǎo, located at the northern tip of the island.
Latitude
35.7869°
Longitude
120.1755°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jimiya(7.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3809.8.
NGA No.
CN-1729.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse at night?+
Língshāndǎo North displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is JIMIYA at 8.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Xuejiadao (15.4 NM NNE), Qianwan (15.9 NM N), Qingdao (17.2 NM NNE), Qingdao Pt (17.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Língshāndǎo North Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.