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El Cabiño Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 12s🇪🇭Morocco (Western Sahara), EHOperational

Location & Light Range

About El Cabiño Lighthouse

El Cabiño lighthouse stands 32 meters tall, with its focal plane at 37 meters above sea level. Constructed from concrete, the tower has a square shape and is painted green, featuring a matching green square daymark. This structure emits three white flashes every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. It is located on a promontory northeast of Boujdour in the Western Sahara region. The lighthouse is managed by the port and maritime authority within the Ministry of Equipment, Transport, Logistics and Water.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 12s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Morocco (Western Sahara)
Country
🇪🇭EH
Latitude
26.4260°
Longitude
-14.1802°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Concrete pile structure, green square daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D2626
NGA No.
24288
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify El Cabiño Lighthouse at night?+
El Cabiño displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 12s — 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does El Cabiño Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
El Cabiño Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Boujdour at 25.2 NM to the SW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is El Cabiño Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, El Cabiño 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 El Cabiño Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near El Cabiño 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.