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Araceli Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Araceli Lighthouse

Located near the eastern edge of Dumaran Island, Palawan, this marker stands 9 meters tall. Its light is positioned 111 meters above sea level. The structure is a mast supporting a green light, fixed to a one-story equipment building. It has a geographic visibility of 26 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a green flash occurring every 5 seconds (Fl G 5s). Public access is permitted to the site, but the tower itself is not open for entry.

Why it matters: This light marks the harbour entrance at Araceli, offering navigation aid to vessels in the waters off Dumaran Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
111m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.5503°
Longitude
119.9861°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Culion(80.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2168.5.
NGA No.
14516
ARLHS No.
PHI-036

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m

Structure: mast mounted on a 1-story equipment building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Araceli Lighthouse at night?+
Araceli displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Araceli Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Araceli 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 Araceli Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Araceli 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.