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Holbox Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Holbox Lighthouse

The Holbox lighthouse is a 9-meter tall, white, square pyramidal skeletal tower with a gallery. It stands on a metal structure, with its light positioned 11 meters above sea level. The tower emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. Located directly off the beach in downtown Holbox, Quintana Roo, this operational aid is near the Yum Balam Nature Reserve. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local navigation, especially for fishing boats and tourist vessels operating in the shallow waters near the Holbox shoreline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Quintana Roo
Sea Region
Located just off the beach in downtown Holbox.
Latitude
21.5245°
Longitude
-87.3799°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cancun(36.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J4427
NGA No.
15656
ARLHS No.
MEX-084

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Holbox Lighthouse at night?+
Holbox displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Holbox Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Holbox Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Cancun at 36.6 NM to the ESE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Holbox Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Holbox 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 Holbox Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Holbox 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.