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Store Skorøya Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇳🇴Karlsøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Store Skorøya Lighthouse

A 6-meter fiberglass tower marks the southern tip of Store Skorøya, an island off the southeast coast of Vannøy. This round tower, standing 13 meters above sea level, is painted white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The current structure replaced an earlier square wooden tower. The site is accessible by boat and is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation around the southern tip of Store Skorøya, a critical point for vessels transiting the waters off Vannøy.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced square wood tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower with lantern, colored white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof

Location

City
Karlsøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Southern tip of Store Skorøya, an island off the southeast coast of Vannøy
Latitude
70.1444°
Longitude
20.0416°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Karlsoy(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
L3700
NGA No.
13544
ARLHS No.
NOR-091
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Store Skorøya Lighthouse at night?+
Store Skorøya displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Store Skorøya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Store Skorøya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kristoffervalen at 2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Vannavalen (2.3 NM SW), Vannvag (4.3 NM SSW), Torsvåg (12.7 NM WNW), Arnøyhamn (13.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Store Skorøya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Store Skorøya 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 Store Skorøya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Store Skorøya 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.