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Tanjung Pisok Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Pisok Lighthouse

A square red skeletal tower, 10 meters in height, stands on a square platform supported by piles. This structure is located on a cape approximately 0.4 kilometers from Manado. It emits a red flash every three seconds from a focal height of 10 meters. The geographic range of the light is 10.4 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but the tower itself is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns ships navigating the waters north of Manado, a significant port city.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.4964°
Longitude
124.8390°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manado(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F2070.4.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: sqaure red skeletal tower mounted on a square platform supported by piles

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 Pisok Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Pisok displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Tanjung Pisok Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Pisok Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Manado at 0.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Bitung, Sulawesi (21.4 NM E), Amurang (24.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Pisok Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Pisok 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 Pisok Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Pisok 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.