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Cerro de San Bartolo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 12s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cerro de San Bartolo Lighthouse

Also known as: Cerro de San Bartolo (San Bartolo Hill, Faro de San Miguel)

The Cerro de San Bartolo lighthouse is a 12-meter-tall white cylindrical tower situated atop a high hill approximately 3 km southwest of downtown Campeche. Its focal height reaches 78 meters, providing a geographic range of 22.4 nautical miles. The structure features a square cylindrical tower with a lantern and gallery, attached to a square keeper's house. It emits two white flashes every 12 seconds. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels approaching Campeche, serving as a clear navigational aid from its elevated position.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
78m
Geographic Range
22.4NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Sea Region
Located atop a high hill just off the Avenida Escénica, approximately 3 km southwest of downtown Campeche.
Latitude
20.2051°
Longitude
-91.9628°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cayo Arcas(1.0 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a square keeper's house

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cerro de San Bartolo Lighthouse at night?+
Cerro de San Bartolo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 12s — 2 white flashes every 12 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 de San Bartolo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cerro de San Bartolo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Takuntah at 31.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Cayo Arcas Terminal (32.1 NM SSW), YUUM KAKNAAB (40.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cerro de San Bartolo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cerro de San Bartolo 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 de San Bartolo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cerro de San Bartolo 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.