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Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇻🇪Mainland, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a small cay approximately 6 kilometers northeast of Los Boquerones. The current structure is a 15-meter-tall square tower made of fiberglass, painted white. It emits a white flash on a 6-second cycle. The previous lighthouse at this location was a square skeletal tower. Access to the site is solely by boat.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Mainland
Country
🇻🇪VE
Latitude
11.2206°
Longitude
-68.4465°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6442
NGA No.
16932
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Noroeste displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Chichiriviche at 21 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Morón (46.6 NM SSE), El Palito (47.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cayo Noroeste Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Noroeste 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 Noroeste Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Noroeste 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.