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Bagacay Point Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bagacay Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Bagacay Point (Punta Bagacay, Liloan)

A cylindrical stone tower, 5 meters tall, was built in 1874 at Bagacay Point. This structure was later replaced by an octagonal concrete and stone tower constructed in 1908. The current lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 44 meters, with a geographic range of 17.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is not open for entry. It is located approximately 8 kilometers from Cebu, the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels into the Mactan Channel, a critical waterway for ships bound for Cebu City. The 1908 tower is notable as one of the earliest lighthouses built by the U.S. administration in the Philippines.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
44m
Geographic Range
17.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1874

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.3834°
Longitude
124.0211°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cebu(8.0 km)
ARLHS No.
PHI-066
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bagacay Point Lighthouse at night?+
Bagacay Point 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 Bagacay Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bagacay Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mactan Island Apt at 5.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Lapu-Lapu, Cebu (5.8 NM SW), Cebu (6 NM SW), Toledo/Cebu (8.7 NM SW), Danao (9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bagacay Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bagacay Point 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 Bagacay Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bagacay Point 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.