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Sùpái Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sùpái Lighthouse

Also known as: Sùpái (Hutoumen Shuido)

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall with a focal height of 9 meters. It features a round shape covered in tiles, distinguished by black coloration and two red horizontal bands. The lighthouse emits a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. It is situated on a shoal near Hùtóu Zui, approximately 3.7 kilometers from the nearest port, Huizhou. The site is open for visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: The Sùpái Lighthouse is essential for vessels entering the Huizhou harbor, warning them of the shoal near Hùtóu Zui. Its placement across from another light establishes a defined channel for maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
22.6542°
Longitude
114.5950°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huizhou(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3581.236.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower covered with tiles colored black with two red horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sùpái Lighthouse at night?+
Sùpái 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 Sùpái Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sùpái Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Huizhou at 2.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Dayawan (4 NM E), Dapeng (10.1 NM WSW), Guangdong Terminal (10.4 NM WSW), Bijia (14.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sùpái Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sùpái 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 Sùpái Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sùpái 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.