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Cap Jacmel Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇭🇹Commune Jacmel, HTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap Jacmel Lighthouse

Also known as: Cap Jacmel (?)

A 6-meter skeletal steel tower, painted white and crowned with a red lantern. Its light originates from a focal plane 39 meters high, displaying a white flash every 6 seconds. This structure is located on a cape, roughly 10 kilometers south of Jacmel. The light is visible for 16.9 nautical miles. Jacmel port lies 3.2 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the cape south of Jacmel, assisting vessels navigating the Haitian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Location

City
Commune Jacmel
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Region
South-East
Sea Region
A prominent cape about 10 km south of Jacmel.
Latitude
18.1764°
Longitude
-72.5449°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red lantern
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower painted white with a red lantern

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jacmel(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J5368
NGA No.
14156
ARLHS No.
HAI-007
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap Jacmel Lighthouse at night?+
Cap Jacmel displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Cap Jacmel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap Jacmel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jacmel at 3.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Petit Goâve (24 NM NW), Port-au-Prince (25 NM NNE), Lafito Port (32.4 NM NNE), Lafiteau (32.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap Jacmel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap Jacmel 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 Cap Jacmel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap Jacmel 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.