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Mys Vkhodnoy Lighthouse

🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mys Vkhodnoy Lighthouse

Also known as: Mys Vkhodnoy (Vkhodnoy Point)

A cylindrical tower, 9 meters in height, displays red and white horizontal bands. Its light emits from a focal plane 17.98 meters above sea level. This structure, a round tower similarly marked with red and white horizontal bands, is situated on a western promontory within Avacha Bay. It offers a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The nearest port, Petropavlovsk, is 7.8 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the western side of the Avacha Bay entrance, serving as a reference point for ships navigating near Petropavlovsk.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
17.9832m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺Russia
Region
Kamchatka Krai
Sea Region
Avacha Bay, opposite Petropavlovsk, on a promontory on the west side
Latitude
52.9343°
Longitude
158.4706°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands

Structure: round tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Petropavlovsk(7.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M8071.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Mys Vkhodnoy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mys Vkhodnoy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy at 7 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mys Vkhodnoy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mys Vkhodnoy 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 Vkhodnoy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mys Vkhodnoy 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.