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Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse

This square, tapered skeletal steel tower stands 30 meters tall and is painted white. It is situated on a swampy point on the west side, marking the northern entrance to Madura Strait. The lighthouse emits a white light with one flash every 6 seconds, visible for nearly 16 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Lamongan, about 7.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a low-lying, swampy point, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering or exiting Madura Strait from the north.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
East Java
Sea Region
northern entrance to Madura Strait, marking the tip of a swampy point on the west side
Latitude
-6.8472°
Longitude
112.5485°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lamongan(7.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1157
NGA No.
23608

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square tapered skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse at night?+
Ujung Pangkah displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LAMONGAN at 8.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Paciran (12.9 NM W), Gresik, Java (20.3 NM SSE), Madura Terminal (23.9 NM E), Surabaya (24 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ujung Pangkah 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 Ujung Pangkah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ujung Pangkah 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.