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Galeota Point Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇹TTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Galeota Point Lighthouse

Galeota Point Lighthouse is a 9-meter tall, white, skeletal metal tower situated 87 meters above sea level. It stands on a high headland with vertical cliffs at the southeastern tip of Trinidad, near the port of Guayaguayare. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every five seconds. Its operational status is confirmed, and its geographic range extends to 23.4 nautical miles. The structure is a skeletal tower painted white.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southeastern tip of Trinidad, a key navigational point for vessels serving the adjacent oil terminal and traversing regional shipping lanes. Its light aids in preventing groundings on the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
87m
Geographic Range
23.4NM

Location

Country
🇹🇹Trinidad and Tobago
Region
Mayaro-Rio Claro
Sea Region
Southeastern tip of Trinidad, atop a vertical cliff on a high headland.
Latitude
10.1381°
Longitude
-60.9917°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Guayaguayare(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
J5913.8
NGA No.
16109
Wikidata
Q61450176 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Galeota Point Lighthouse at night?+
Galeota Point displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Galeota Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Galeota Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guayaguayare at 0.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Point Galeota (2.6 NM WNW), San Fernando (29.6 NM WNW), Pointe a Pierre (30.6 NM WNW), Claxton Bay (30.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Galeota Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Galeota Point 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 Galeota Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Galeota Point 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.