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Nepristupnyy Lighthouse

Iso White 6s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nepristupnyy Lighthouse

Also known as: Nepristupnyy (Mys Nepristupnyy)

An octagonal brick tower, standing 14 meters tall, was built in 1973 to mark a reef off the northeast side of Nakhodka Bay. The white tower features a broad red horizontal band below its lantern. Its focal height reaches 30 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits an isophase white light on a 6-second cycle. It rises from a keeper's house and is located about 15 km southeast of Nakhodka city.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of a significant offshore reef, aiding safe passage into Nakhodka Bay and towards Vostochnyy Port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso W 6s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1973

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vostochnyy Port(4.1 km)
ARLHS No.
ASR-048

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a broad red horizontal band below the lantern
Material
brick

Structure: octagonal brick tower rising from a keeper's house

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Sea Region
northeast side of Nakhodka Bay, about 15 km southeast of Nakhodka city, marking a reef offshore
Latitude
42.7965°
Longitude
133.0060°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nepristupnyy Lighthouse at night?+
Nepristupnyy displays the characteristic Iso White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nepristupnyy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nepristupnyy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vostochnyy Port at 2.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Nakhodka (4 NM W), KOZMINO (4.8 NM S), Kozmino Port (4.8 NM S), FOKINO (27.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nepristupnyy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nepristupnyy 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 Nepristupnyy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nepristupnyy 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.