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Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇦🇷Southern Chile, ARInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse

The Cabo Espiritu Santo lighthouse is located on the northeastern coast of Isla de Tierra del Fuego, within Chile's Magallanes Region. Its focal plane stands 70 meters above sea level, and it has a geographic range of 23 nautical miles. The light emits a white flash every 15 seconds. This structure was part of Chile's lighthouse network and was administered by the Chilean Navy. Although previously inhabited, the lighthouse is no longer operational.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern entrance to the Atlantic mouth of the Strait of Magellan.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
70m
Light Range
23NM (42.6 km)
Geographic Range
23NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1404
NGA No.
20368
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Wikidata
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Location

City
Southern Chile
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-52.6589°
Longitude
-68.6069°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 70 meters and a nominal range of 23 nautical miles (approximately 42.6 km), Cabo Espiritu Santo is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Espiritu Santo displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Rio Cullen at 16.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include San Sebastián (38.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Cabo Espiritu Santo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Espiritu Santo 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.