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Club Pescadores Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Club Pescadores Lighthouse

Also known as: Club Pescadores (Fisherman's Club)

This skeletal lighthouse stands 13 meters tall at the end of the Club de Pescadores pier in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The square tower, painted red, rises to a focal height of 14 meters. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is part of a site open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located 0.8 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a privately maintained aid to navigation, marking the pier's extremity for local boat traffic in the Rio de la Plata.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Sea Region
Located at the end of the Club de Pescadores pier on the north side of downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Latitude
-34.5915°
Longitude
-58.3555°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Buenos Aires(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
G0853
NGA No.
19402.65

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: tapered square skeletal tower, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Club Pescadores Lighthouse at night?+
Club Pescadores displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 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 Club Pescadores Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Club Pescadores Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Buenos Aires at 1.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Dock Sur (3.7 NM SSE), Vicente López (7.8 NM NW), Pablo Podestá (8 NM W), San Fernando (12.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Club Pescadores Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Club Pescadores 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 Club Pescadores Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Club Pescadores 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.