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Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇨🇴Turbo, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 12 meters tall and features red and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane is 15 meters above the water, emitting a white flash every 8 seconds. Located on the eastern side of the Río Léon's entrance in the southeastern Gulf of Urabá, it is approximately 8 kilometers from Turbo. The lighthouse guides vessels into the Río Léon, near the region's developing port facilities.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids ships entering the Río Léon, especially those bound for the new port under development by the Antioquia region, supporting regional economic growth and maritime trade.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Turbo
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
Antioquia
Sea Region
East side of the entrance to the Río Léon, at the southeastern corner of the Gulf of Urabá.
Latitude
7.9434°
Longitude
-76.7555°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Turbo(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J6149.5
NGA No.
16651
USCG No.
DIMAR-051
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse at night?+
Bocas del Río Léon displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Turbo at 8.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include ACANDI (46 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bocas del Río Léon 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 Bocas del Río Léon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bocas del Río Léon 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.