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Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇲🇽Baja California, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse

A red, truncated pyramidal metal tower stands 46 meters tall. The structure features a light with a focal height of 21 meters. This light emits a red flash every 5 seconds. The tower's construction material is metal, and its design is a truncated pyramid. It is an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Baja California
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
22.8814°
Longitude
-109.9055°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: Red truncated pyramidal metal tower; 46

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3589.1
NGA No.
14549
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash every 5 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cabo San Lucas at 1.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include San Jose del Cabo (16.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater 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 San Lucas North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo San Lucas North Breakwater 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.