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Allen Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Allen Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, standing 10 meters tall, features a fiberglass tower painted green and a focal height of 12.5 meters. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.2 nautical miles. The structure is described as a round barbell shape. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed. It is located near the northwestern corner of Samar, approximately 12.3 kilometers by sea from the nearest port, Matnog. The lighthouse is situated at a Coast Guard station within a fishing port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for ferries traversing the strait between Samar and Matnog, Luzon, a critical segment of the Pan-Philippine Highway. It guides vessels through the waters near the northwestern corner of Samar, ensuring safe passage for a major transportation route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
12.5012°
Longitude
124.2818°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Matnog(12.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F2474
NGA No.
14988

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped white fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Allen Lighthouse at night?+
Allen displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Allen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Allen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Isidro/Sanjose at 7.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include MATNOG (12.3 NM WNW), Calbayog, Samar (32.3 NM SE), Masbate (39.7 NM WSW), Legaspi Apt, Luzon (49.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Allen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Allen 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 Allen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Allen 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.