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English Caye Lighthouse

Fl W 2.5s🇧🇿Belize, BZOperational

Location & Light Range

About English Caye Lighthouse

This lighthouse became operational in 1846. It stands on a small island within Belize. The light's white lantern is positioned atop a 19-meter framework tower. Its focal plane is also 19 meters above sea level. A single white flash characterizes its light pattern.

Why it matters: The light offers a geographic range of 11 nautical miles.

Background
English Caye Light is an active lighthouse on a small island in Belize. The white lantern is mounted on a 19m high framework tower, and also has a focal plane of 19 m (62 ft).

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Belize
Country
🇧🇿BZ
Latitude
17.3274°
Longitude
-88.0489°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1846

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5943.1
NGA No.
16308
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5378200 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify English Caye Lighthouse at night?+
English Caye displays the characteristic Fl W 2.5s — 1 white flash every 2.5 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 English Caye Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
English Caye Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Belize City at 12.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include CAYE CHAPEL (22.1 NM N), Dangriga (23.6 NM SSW), CAYE CAULKER (24.8 NM N), SAN PEDRO (36.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is English Caye Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, English Caye 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 English Caye Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near English Caye 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.