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Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇳Rongcheng City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 15 meters tall, with its focal plane at 18 meters. It displays red and white horizontal bands and is constructed of steel. The light emits a fixed red signal. The lighthouse is located about 8 kilometers west of Chéngshānjiǎo, serving a small harbor. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its geographic range extends to 12.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This range front light provides a continuous red signal, assisting mariners in aligning their approach to the small harbor near Chéngshānjiǎo and ensuring safe navigation for vessels entering and exiting the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Rongcheng City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
small harbor about 8 km west of Chéngshānjiǎo
Latitude
37.4134°
Longitude
122.6400°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Longyan(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3866.5.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Lóngyǎnwān Range Front displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Longyan Pt at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Longyan (0.4 NM WNW), Rongcheng (2.3 NM SE), Rongcheng (20 NM SW), Weihai (20.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lóngyǎnwān Range Front 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 Lóngyǎnwān Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lóngyǎnwān Range Front 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.