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Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse

Also known as: Boca de Pabellon (San Andresito)

Boca de Pabellon is a white, cylindrical concrete lighthouse standing 20 meters tall on a square concrete base. It features a gallery centered on the tower. The light emits white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 14.3 nautical miles. The tower, originally marked with red and white horizontal bands, was repainted entirely white around 2017. The site is open to the public, but access to the tower itself is restricted. It is located on the south side of the mouth of the Río Pabellon at Puerto San Andresito.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Puerto San Andresito, specifically guiding vessels through the mouth of the Río Pabellon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California Sur
Sea Region
south side of the mouth of the Río Pabellon at Puerto San Andresito
Latitude
25.8057°
Longitude
-112.1201°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Loreto(44.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G3598.7
NGA No.
14492
ARLHS No.
MEX-047

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white (formerly red and white horizontal bands)
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery centered on a square concrete base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse at night?+
Boca de Pabellon displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Loreto at 29.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Loreto (44 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boca de Pabellon 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 Boca de Pabellon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boca de Pabellon 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.