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Yāntáishan Lighthouse

Fl White 9s🇨🇳Zhifu District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yāntáishan Lighthouse

Also known as: Yāntáishan (Yāntái Shan, Tower Hill)

Built in 1988, Yāntáishan Lighthouse is a 50-meter concrete structure in China's Shandong Province. The 12-sided tower includes a lantern, gallery, and a 12-sided observation room. Its light, at a focal height of 80 meters, is white with a flash every 9 seconds (Fl W 9s). The station has a light range of 22.6 nautical miles. It stands near Zhifu District, 11.1 kilometers from the port of Yantai.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the harbour entrance for Yantai and offers navigation aid along the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
80m
Geographic Range
22.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1988

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yantai(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3882
ARLHS No.
PRC-071

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
50m
Material
concrete

Structure: 12-sided concrete tower with lantern, gallery, and 12-sided observation room

Location

City
Zhifu District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Latitude
37.5448°
Longitude
121.3967°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yāntáishan Lighthouse at night?+
Yāntáishan displays the characteristic Fl White 9s. 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 Yāntáishan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yāntáishan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yantai Pt at 1.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Yantai (4.7 NM S), Yantai (11.1 NM NW), Longmen (11.8 NM SE), Penglai Pt (32.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yāntáishan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yāntáishan 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 Yāntáishan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yāntáishan 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.