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Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse

Fl 6s🇨🇺Baracoa, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse

The Baracoa Lighthouse was built in 2017 as a white fiberglass tower standing 17 meters tall. Its light has a focal height of 23 meters and emits a single yellow flash every six seconds. This modern structure provides a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. Located on Punta Rama, it guides vessels into the Bahía de Baracoa, situated near Cuba's eastern coast. The lighthouse is accessible to the public, with its nearest port being Baracoa, just 0.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Bahía de Baracoa, a historically significant port on Cuba's eastern tip, offering a clear navigational reference for local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl Y 6s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: white fiberglass tower

Location

City
Baracoa
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Guantánamo
Sea Region
Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama, Cuba
Latitude
20.3531°
Longitude
-74.4994°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baracoa(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J5016
NGA No.
13000
ARLHS No.
CUB-030
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse at night?+
Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) displays the characteristic Fl 6s. 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 Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Baracoa at 0.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include MOA (31 NM NW), Sagua de Tánamo (43.5 NM WNW), Guantanamo Bay (45.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) 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 Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baracoa (Bahía de Baracoa, Punta Rama) 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.