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Cabo San Pablo Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 20s🇦🇷Southern Argentina, ARInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cabo San Pablo Lighthouse

Constructed of concrete, this cylindrical lighthouse stands 20 meters tall. It was built and first lit in 1945. The tower is painted white and features a black triangular daymark pointing downwards. Its operational status ceased in 1949 following significant damage from an earthquake. The seismic event caused the structure to lean approximately 30 degrees.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
136.5m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1945

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1275
NGA No.
20260
ARLHS No.
ARG-031
Wikidata
Q5856142 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
137m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Yellow truncated pyramidal tower, black triangle, point down daymark; 20

Location

City
Southern Argentina
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-54.2853°
Longitude
-66.6968°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo San Pablo Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo San Pablo displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 20s — 2 white flashes every 20 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 San Pablo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo San Pablo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Río Grande at 45.9 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo San Pablo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cabo San Pablo 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 San Pablo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo San Pablo 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.