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Bajo Satélite Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇱Punta Arenas, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Satélite Lighthouse

Bajo Satélite is a skeletal tower 10 meters high, painted red. Its focal height is also 10 meters, and it emits a white flash every 5 seconds. This structure marks the western entrance to the Primera Angostura, guiding vessels through this narrow strait. The tower is a triangular pyramidal design. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed to access. The nearest port, Porvenir, is 36.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe passage through the western entrance of the Primera Angostura, warning vessels of the Bajo Satélite shoal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Punta Arenas
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region
Sea Region
western entrance to the Primera Angostura
Latitude
-53.7851°
Longitude
-70.9752°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Porvenir(36.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G1419
NGA No.
111-2488
ARLHS No.
CHI-031

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red

Structure: triangular pyramidal skeletal tower painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Satélite Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Satélite 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 Bajo Satélite Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bajo Satélite Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORVENIR at 35.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Porvenir (36.2 NM NE), Punta Arenas (38.6 NM N), Tres Puentes (40.3 NM N), Bahia Laredo (49.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bajo Satélite Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bajo Satélite 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 Bajo Satélite Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Satélite 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.