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Skagstadsund Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Steigen, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skagstadsund Lighthouse

Skagstadsund Lighthouse is a square tower with a lantern and gallery, standing 7 meters tall. Its white structure features a red roof. The focal height of the light is 6 meters, and it emits an occulting white, red, or green light every 6 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the northeast coast of Engeløy, facing the Skagstadsund strait that separates Engeløy from Lundøy. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for vessels traversing the Skagstadsund, a critical strait between Engeløy and Lundøy, where precise navigation is paramount. Its directional light, shifting between white, red, and green, specifically guides mariners through the channel's varying hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WRG 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Steigen
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
Located on the northeast coast of Engeløy facing the Skagstadsund, which separates Engeløy from Lundøy.
Latitude
67.9653°
Longitude
15.1249°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skrova(15.9 km)
Admiralty No.
L2684
NGA No.
11036

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: square tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skagstadsund Lighthouse at night?+
Skagstadsund displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skagstadsund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skagstadsund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bogøy at 4.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Skrova (15.9 NM NW), Leines (16.1 NM SSW), Brettesnes (17.1 NM NNW), Innhavet (17.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skagstadsund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skagstadsund 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 Skagstadsund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skagstadsund 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.