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Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Lüshunkou District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse

Also known as: Sho-ryu-san-to

The Shédǎo Lighthouse, also identified as Snake Island or Xiǎolóngshān, was built in 1932. This operational, cylindrical concrete tower stands 8.5 meters tall and is painted white. Its light emits a white flash every four seconds. Situated at a focal height of 69 meters, the lighthouse has a geographic range of 21.3 nautical miles. It is located near Lüshunkou District in China's Liaoning region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for marking the waters around Snake Island, a potentially hazardous area for shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
69m
Geographic Range
21.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1932

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lushun(11.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3984
NGA No.
18316

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white

Location

City
Lüshunkou District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Latitude
38.9539°
Longitude
120.9721°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse at night?+
Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lushun New Pt at 12.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Dalian (29.4 NM E), Dashihuagang (29.5 NM E), Dalian Pt (32.5 NM E), Dayaowan (32.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) 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 Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shédǎo (Snake Island, Xiǎolóngshān, Little Dragon Mountain) 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.