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Cabo Falso Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇲🇽Baja California, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Falso Lighthouse

A hexagonal metal tower at Cabo Falso displays a red and white diamond daymark. Its focal height reaches 190 meters above sea level. The light is white and emits a single flash every 6 seconds. This structure serves as a navigational aid in Baja California.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
190m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Baja California
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
22.8778°
Longitude
-109.9595°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
red;white
Material
metal

Structure: Tower, red and white diamond (rhombus) daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3586
NGA No.
14548
Wikidata
Q130544243 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Falso Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Falso displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Falso Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Falso Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cabo San Lucas at 4.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include San Jose del Cabo (19.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Falso Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Falso 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 Cabo Falso Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Falso 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.