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Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇨🇳Hong Kong, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse

Also known as: Wong Mau Chau (South Gau, Huangmao Zhou)

This concrete lighthouse, constructed in 1977, stands 5 meters tall on a small islet off the coast of Hong Kong's Sai Kung East Country Park. Its square structure is a white concrete building topped with a short post light. The operational light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. It is situated about 9 kilometers by sea from the nearest port of Dapeng. The tower's focal height reaches 23 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the islet of Wong Mau Chau, helping vessels navigate the complex coastline and waters of Sai Kung East Country Park.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1977

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dapeng(9.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3578.4
NGA No.
19296
Wikidata
Q105176309 →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white concrete building with a short post light centered on the roof
Material
concrete

Structure: square unpainted white concrete building with a short post light centered on the roof

Location

City
Hong Kong
Country
🇨🇳China
Sea Region
on an islet off the Sai Kung East Country Park
Latitude
22.4484°
Longitude
114.3949°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse at night?+
Wong Mau Chau displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guangdong Terminal at 7.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Dapeng (8.3 NM NNE), Yantian Pt (10 NM NW), Tolo Harbour (10.2 NM W), Kwun Tong (13.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wong Mau Chau 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 Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wong Mau Chau 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.