Lighthouse Beacons From Scotland
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Loch Indaal light is located on the Southeast side of Rinns of Islay on the island of Islay off of the west coast of Scotland. The light is near the town of Port Charlotte and so is often called the Port Charlotte light. The tower height is 42 feet with a focal plane of 49 feet. The night characteristic is a flash every 7 seconds, white and red sectors. The day characteristic is a white cylindrical brick tower with black lantern. The station was established in 1869 and is still operational. Only the grounds of the tower is open but the former keeper's dwelling is now known as Lochindaal House and offers overnight accommodations for six. See www.uniquescotland.com/lochindaal/ for details.
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