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Cerro Pumpkin Lighthouse

Fl White 9s🇭🇳Utila, HNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cerro Pumpkin Lighthouse

Also known as: Cerro Pumpkin (Pumpkin Hill, Útila)

The Cerro Pumpkin lighthouse, erected in 2011, consists of a 14-meter tall square skeletal steel structure. Its focal plane is 17 meters above sea level. The tower displays red and white horizontal bands and shows a white flash each 9 seconds (Fl W 9s). Situated on Pumpkin Hill on Útila's northeast side, this marker was reconstructed in 2022. Access to the grounds is permitted, but climbing the tower is not.

Why it matters: This lighthouse identifies Pumpkin Hill on Útila's northeast coast, providing a reference for mariners navigating near landmass with sharp elevations and warning of potential grounding.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2011

Significant events: rebuilt in 2022

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal communications tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Utila
Country
🇭🇳Honduras
Region
Bay Islands
Sea Region
Pumpkin Hill, a prominent landmark on the northeast coast of Útila
Latitude
16.1199°
Longitude
-86.8812°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Utila(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J6002
NGA No.
16447
ARLHS No.
HON-008
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cerro Pumpkin Lighthouse at night?+
Cerro Pumpkin displays the characteristic Fl White 9s. 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 Pumpkin Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cerro Pumpkin Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is UTILA at 1.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include La Ceiba (20.8 NM SSE), Roatán (22.6 NM ENE), Mahogany Bay (25.4 NM ENE), Tela (38.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cerro Pumpkin Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cerro Pumpkin 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 Pumpkin Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cerro Pumpkin 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.