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Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇨🇺CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse

The Cayo Blanco de Casilda lighthouse stands 12 meters tall, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. It is a square skeletal tower, 12 meters in height, mounted on a platform supported by piles. The structure is painted white and emits a white flash every 7 seconds. This navigational aid is located at the east end of a small cay, which forms a natural barrier at the entrance to Casilda, the harbor district for the town of Trinidad. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for ships navigating the entrance to Casilda, the harbor district of Trinidad, ensuring safe passage through the waters surrounding the small cay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Sancti Spiritus
Sea Region
Located at the east end of a small cay off the entrance to Casilda, the harbor district of the town of Trinidad.
Latitude
21.6385°
Longitude
-79.8831°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Casilda(9.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J5090
NGA No.
13380

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Blanco de Casilda displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Casilda at 9.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Tunas de Zaza (18.4 NM E), Cienfuegos (44.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Blanco de Casilda 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 Cayo Blanco de Casilda Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Blanco de Casilda 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.