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Pak Chan River Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇲🇲MMOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pak Chan River Lighthouse

Also known as: Pak Chan River (Pulau Perlin, Myin Sei Kyun)

A square skeletal tower painted white stands 16 meters tall, with its light at the same focal height. This structure exhibits a white flash every five seconds. Its geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located at the northern entrance to the Pak Chan estuary, approximately 10 km west of Kawthaung. The site is open to visitors, but access to the tower itself is restricted. The nearest port is Prachuap Port, situated 94.2 km away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to the Pak Chan estuary, serving as a navigational aid in the waterway that forms part of the border between Thailand and Myanmar.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇲🇲MM
Latitude
12.4454°
Longitude
98.5963°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Prachuap Port(94.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F1158
NGA No.
26570

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower

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 Pak Chan River Lighthouse at night?+
Pak Chan River displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Pak Chan River Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pak Chan River Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Mergui at 0.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Tanintharyi (32.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pak Chan River Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pak Chan River 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 Pak Chan River Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pak Chan River 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.