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Cerro Azul Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇵🇪Cerro Azul, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cerro Azul Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1974, stands 11 meters tall with a focal height of 128 meters. Its cylindrical tower features a conical base and is painted with black and white horizontal bands. The light emits one white flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 28 nautical miles. The structure rises from a conical concrete base and is topped with a lantern. The lighthouse is located on a high cape about 15 kilometers northwest of San Vicente de Cañete, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Cerro Azul Lighthouse marks the high cape at Cerro Azul, providing a significant visual reference for vessels navigating the Peruvian Pacific coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
128m
Geographic Range
27.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1974

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern, rising from a conical concrete base

Location

City
Cerro Azul
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Lima
Sea Region
high cape at Cerro Azul, about 15 km (9 mi) northwest of San Vicente de Cañete
Latitude
-13.0300°
Longitude
-76.4898°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pampa Melchorita(17.4 km)
Admiralty No.
G2041
NGA No.
0846
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cerro Azul Lighthouse at night?+
Cerro Azul displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cerro Azul Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cerro Azul Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pampa Melchorita at 17.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Tambo de Mora (31.2 NM SSE), SANTA MARIA (40.9 NM NNW), San Bartolo (42.5 NM NNW), Pisco (47.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cerro Azul Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cerro Azul 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 Cerro Azul Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cerro Azul 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.