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Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse

Oc Y🇵🇦Panamá, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse

This rear range light entered service in 1914. Its tower displays an occulting yellow light characteristic, providing a single flash followed by a period of darkness. The light has a recorded geographic range of 15 nautical miles. The structure was built and first illuminated in the same year it became operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Y
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
Oc.Y.
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.2720°
Longitude
-79.9237°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6132.2
NGA No.
16620
Wikidata
Q60675710 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Gatún Northbound Rear displays the characteristic Oc Y. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cristóbal at 4.5 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Manzanillo (5.8 NM NNE), Colón (6.6 NM NNE), Las Minas (8.9 NM NE), Bahía Las Minas (9.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gatún Northbound Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse?+
Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gatún Northbound Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gatún Northbound Rear 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.