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Hinatuan North Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 9s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hinatuan North Lighthouse

The Hinatuan North lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower standing 9.5 meters tall, painted white. Its unique barbell shape is a modern construction for aids to navigation. The light emits a single white flash every 9 seconds from a focal height of 38 meters, providing a geographic range of 16.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated on a promontory at the northwestern tip of Hinatuan Island. It is located 5.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Nonoc.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern entrance to the passage between Dinagat Island and Mindanao, a significant route for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Region
Surigao del Norte
Sea Region
eastern entrance to the passage between Dinagat Island and Mindanao, on a promontory at the northwestern tip of Hinatuan Island
Latitude
9.8105°
Longitude
125.7112°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped white fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nonoc(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2247.6
NGA No.
15131
USCG No.
PCG-0607
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hinatuan North Lighthouse at night?+
Hinatuan North displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 9s — 2 white flashes every 9 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hinatuan North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hinatuan North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nonoc/Surigao Del Norte at 5.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Surigao, Mindanao (12.9 NM W), Gigaquit, Mindanao (13.7 NM S), Taganito (16.9 NM SSE), Cagdianao (20.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hinatuan North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hinatuan North 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 Hinatuan North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hinatuan North 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.