Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Galera Point Lighthouse

Occ W 10s🇹🇹Trinidad and Tobago, TTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Galera Point Lighthouse

Galera Point Lighthouse was first illuminated in 1897. The structure consists of a white, round tower standing 23 meters high. Atop the tower is a red latticed mast, which is banded in white. The light source emits an occulting white signal on a 10-second cycle. This lighthouse has a focal height of 43 meters above sea level. It is a white and red tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 10s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc.W. period 10s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1897

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5842
NGA No.
16266
Wikidata
Q61449345 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: Red latticed mast, white banded, on white round tower; 75. ICACOS POINT:

Location

City
Trinidad and Tobago
Country
🇹🇹TT
Latitude
10.8341°
Longitude
-60.9098°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Galera Point Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near TT, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Galera Point Lighthouse at night?+
Galera Point displays the characteristic Occ 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 Galera Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Galera Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Scarborough/Tobago at 23.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Charlotteville (35.9 NM NE), Port-of-Spain (37.5 NM WSW), Freeport (37.8 NM SW), Couva (40.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Galera Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Galera 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 Galera Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Galera 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.