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Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇨Bahía de Caráquez, ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse

Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Bahía de Caráquez, EC. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 9 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl White 10s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is white, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse is positioned at -0.5948°S, 80.4238°W, near Bahía de Caráquez in EC.

Geographic context: Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse is situated on the South Pacific Ocean. The location falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round.

Nearby lighthouses in EC: Other lighthouses in the region include Bajo Salinas, Cabo Posado, Cabo San Lorenzo, Cerro Colorado, Cerro Santa Ana. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Bahía de Caráquez

ECBHA

5.3 NMWNW

Manta

ECMEC

27.1 NMSW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
10s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
9m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Bahía de Caráquez
Country
🇪🇨EC
Latitude
-0.5948°
Longitude
-80.4238°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse at night?+
Bahía de Caráquez displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Bahía de Caráquez at 5.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Manta (27.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bahía de Caráquez 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 Bahía de Caráquez Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bahía de Caráquez 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.