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Tanjung Montok Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Montok Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Montok (Montop)

Tanjung Montok Lighthouse is a 14-meter tall, square skeletal tower, painted green. It is set upon a waterfront building. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 9 meters. Its characteristic is a green flash every 5 seconds (Fl G 5s). The structure provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is not open for entry. The nearest port, Banggai, is 26.2 km away.

Why it matters: This navigation aid warns ships about shallow areas west of the Bakalan Bay entrance, assisting vessels in the waters near Pulau Pelang.

Light & Optic

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

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.2306°
Longitude
123.2501°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banggai(26.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1566.8
NGA No.
25275.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green

Structure: square white skeletal tower mounted atop a waterfront building

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 Tanjung Montok Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Montok displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Montok Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Montok Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Banggai at 26.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Luwuk (31.9 NM WNW), Pagimana (44.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Montok Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Montok 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 Tanjung Montok Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Montok 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.