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Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇨🇱Southern Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse

This Chilean lighthouse emits a white flash every 12 seconds. Its light reaches a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 19 meters. It is part of the lighthouse network in southern Chile.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 12s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
10NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1440
NGA No.
2404
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Wikidata
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Location

City
Southern Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-53.3155°
Longitude
-70.4572°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse at night?+
Bahía Porvenir displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORVENIR at 2.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Porvenir (3.3 NM ENE), Punta Arenas (18.2 NM NW), Tres Puentes (19.4 NM NW), Bahia Laredo (24.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bahía Porvenir Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bahía Porvenir 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 Porvenir Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bahía Porvenir 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.