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Møkland Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Bø, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Møkland Lighthouse

Also known as: Møkland (Møkkland)

Møkland lighthouse is a square skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery, standing 6.5 meters tall with a focal height of 5.5 meters. Its structure is painted black, topped by a white lantern and a red roof. The light emits an occulting white, red, or green signal on a 6-second cycle, with a geographic range of 8.6 nautical miles. This active light is situated on the west side of Møksfjord, north of Kråkberget, in the Nordland region of Norway. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation within Møksfjord, particularly for vessels approaching or departing the area around Kråkberget. Its directional light system provides precise guidance through potentially hazardous waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Bø
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Møksfjord, west side, north of Kråkberget
Latitude
68.7703°
Longitude
14.6937°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Myre-Oksnes(11.7 km)
Admiralty No.
L3188
NGA No.
12372

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
Black tower, white lantern with a red roof

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Møkland Lighthouse at night?+
Møkland displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Møkland Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Møkland Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Eidet at 3.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Kobbvågen (4.1 NM WSW), Straumsjøen (6.5 NM SW), Straumsnes (7.3 NM S), Steinesjøen (11.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Møkland Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Møkland 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 Møkland Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Møkland 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.