Mys Kazak Lighthouse

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Mys Kazak lighthouse is situated on a promontory on the west side of Avacha Bay, Russia. The cylindrical tower stands 15 meters tall and is distinguished by black and white horizontal bands. It is located 6.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Petropavlovsk. The lighthouse serves the waters of Avacha Bay, a significant natural harbor on the Kamchatka Peninsula.

Why it matters: This light marks the western side of Avacha Bay, providing guidance for vessels entering this important harbor.

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands

Structure: round tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

Nearest Port
Petropavlovsk(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M8072.2.
Country
🇷🇺RU
Sea Region
Avacha Bay, Russia, on a promontory on the west side
Latitude
52.9628°
Longitude
158.4720°
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Which ports and harbors does Mys Kazak Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Mys Kazak Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy at 6.2 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Mys Kazak Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Mys Kazak 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 Mys Kazak Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Mys Kazak 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.

What is the Mys Kazak lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , RU. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.