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Chacachacare Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇹Trinidad and Tobago, TTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chacachacare Lighthouse

Constructed in 1897 of white concrete, this round tower stands 15 meters tall. Its lantern is painted red, and it is situated on a hill in the northern part of Chacachacare Island. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. It has a focal height of 251 meters above sea level and a geographic range of 26 nautical miles. As of 2024, the lighthouse was temporarily extinguished.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers a 26 nautical mile geographic range.

Background
Chacachacare Lighthouse was an active lighthouse located on a hill in the northern part of Chacachacare Island, at an elevation of 236 metres (774 ft). The tower, built in 1897, with masonry, has a cylindrical shape with a balcony and lantern, positioned at a height of 251 metres (823 ft) above sea level. The tower is painted white and has a height of 15 metres (49 ft), the lantern is painted red. During its operational period, it emitted one white flash every ten seconds, visible up to 26 nautical miles (48 km; 30 mi).

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
251m
Geographic Range
26NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5846
NGA No.
16256
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q55606893 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 49. Temporarily extinguished (2024)

Location

City
Trinidad and Tobago
Country
🇹🇹TT
Latitude
10.6988°
Longitude
-61.7525°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chacachacare Lighthouse at night?+
Chacachacare displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Chacachacare Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chacachacare Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chaguaramas at 6.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Carenage (8.9 NM E), Tembladora (10.1 NM E), Port-of-Spain (14.2 NM ESE), Puerto de Hierro (20.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chacachacare Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chacachacare 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 Chacachacare Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chacachacare 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.