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Balboa Lighthouse

green🇵🇦Panamá, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Balboa Lighthouse

The Balboa Lighthouse began operation in 1914. Its tower is painted green. The light emitted by the lighthouse is also green.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
green
Light Color
green
Flash Count
1 flash

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

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Tower & Structure

Tower Color
green

Location

City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
8.9904°
Longitude
-79.5835°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Balboa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balboa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rodman at 2.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ancon (2.4 NM SE), Balboa (2.6 NM SSE), Panamá, Ciudad de (5.6 NM E), VERACRUZ (6.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balboa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Balboa 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.
What shipping routes pass near Balboa Lighthouse?+
Balboa Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Balboa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balboa 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.