Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, octagonal concrete structure stands 21 meters tall, with its light positioned at the same elevation. It emits an occulting red light, visible for 9 nautical miles. The breakwater light is operational and serves as a navigational aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
24.5969°
Longitude
121.8733°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red octagonal concrete column; 49

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4701.15
NGA No.
13716
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near TW, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Suao North Inner Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash every 5 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Suao at 0.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Hoping (18.8 NM SSW), Hoping (21.3 NM SSW), Wu-tu (31.3 NM NNW), Keelung (Chilung) (33.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suao North Inner Breakwater 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 Suao North Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suao North Inner Breakwater 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.