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Catarman Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Catarman Lighthouse

Catarman Lighthouse is a square concrete pillar standing 10 meters tall, featuring a buttressed base for stability. It emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated at the mouth of the Catarman River on the central north coast of Samar. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Calbayog, Samar, approximately 27.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the mouth of the Catarman River, a key point for local maritime traffic entering and exiting the waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
12.5157°
Longitude
124.6562°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Calbayog, Samar(27.5 km)
Admiralty No.
F2484
NGA No.
14984

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete pillar with a buttressed base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Catarman Lighthouse at night?+
Catarman displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Catarman Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Catarman Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Isidro/Sanjose at 20.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Calbayog, Samar (27.8 NM S), MATNOG (33.4 NM W), Basey/Catbalogan (46.9 NM SSE), Canaybon/Catbalogan (46.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Catarman Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Catarman 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 Catarman Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Catarman 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.