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Balayan Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Balayan Lighthouse

Balayan Lighthouse is a 10-meter tall, white, skeletal tower constructed from wood. It stands on a promontory overlooking Balayan Bay. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds. Its focal plane is 27 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The nearest port is Calaca, located 12.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the headlands at the entrance to Balayan Bay, a key route for ships servicing the port of Calaca and navigating southern Luzon waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
13.7720°
Longitude
120.6530°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: wood skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Calaca(12.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2610
NGA No.
14240
ARLHS No.
PHI-078
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Balayan Lighthouse at night?+
Balayan 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 Balayan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balayan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CALACA at 12.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Nasugbu, Luzon (17.7 NM N), Bauan/Batangas (20.3 NM E), Batangas/Luzon (22.9 NM E), Tabangoa (23.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balayan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Balayan 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 Balayan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balayan 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.