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Skogsholmen Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Skogsholmen Lighthouse

The Skogsholmen light is a 6m concrete post structure topped with a lantern and gallery. It is painted white and features a red lantern roof. The focal height is 6m. The light displays white, red, and green sectors with an Oc WGR 6s characteristic. Its visibility extends 8.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower remains closed to visitors. This marker is located off the northern part of Skogsholmen island, near Vega in Nordland county.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks safe passages within the island group north of Vega, warning vessels of hazards near the northern extremity of Skogsholmen.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Vega
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
a skerry off the northern tip of Skogsholmen island, part of a complex island group approximately 15 km north of Vega.
Latitude
65.8241°
Longitude
12.0429°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Igeroy(9.1 km)
Admiralty No.
L2268.6
NGA No.
9544

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m concrete post light with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

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 Skogsholmen Lighthouse at night?+
Skogsholmen 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 Skogsholmen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skogsholmen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Igerøy at 9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Tjøtta (9.6 NM E), Vega (10.5 NM S), Herøy (10.7 NM NNE), Botn - Sandnessjøen (18.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skogsholmen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skogsholmen 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.
What shipping routes pass near Skogsholmen Lighthouse?+
Skogsholmen Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Skogsholmen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skogsholmen 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.