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Mũi Chụt Lighthouse

Fl 7s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mũi Chụt Lighthouse

Also known as: Mũi Chụt (Bao Đai, Nha Trang)

This metal skeletal tower, standing 15 meters tall, is painted a light cream color. It rises from a hexagonal masonry tower with a gallery, which in turn is built atop a 2-story building. The lighthouse's light, located 42 meters above sea level, emits two white flashes. Its geographic range extends to 17.4 nautical miles. Mũi Chụt is situated 1.2 kilometers from the port of Nha Trang, a major coastal city.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into Nha Trang's busy port, a critical hub for both commercial shipping and tourism in central Vietnam. Its light helps mariners avoid the headland of Mũi Chụt, ensuring safe passage for ships approaching or departing the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
12.2107°
Longitude
109.2165°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
a light cream color
Material
metal

Structure: short white skeletal tower atop a hexagonal masonry tower with gallery rising from a 2-story building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nha Trang(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F3150
NGA No.
20376
ARLHS No.
VIE-033
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mũi Chụt Lighthouse at night?+
Mũi Chụt displays the characteristic Fl 7s. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Mũi Chụt Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mũi Chụt Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nha Trang at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ninh Hòa (17.1 NM NNW), HYUNDAI VINASHIN (17.1 NM NNE), Ba Ngoi (18.5 NM SSW), Cam Lâm (19.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mũi Chụt Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mũi Chụt 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 Mũi Chụt Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mũi Chụt 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.