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Isla Del Caño Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇨🇷Costa Rica, CRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Isla Del Caño Lighthouse

Isla Del Caño Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Costa Rica, CR. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 63 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 4s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 4 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Isla Del Caño Lighthouse is positioned at 8.7048°N, 83.8908°W, near Costa Rica in CR.

Geographic context: Isla Del Caño Lighthouse is situated on the North Pacific Ocean. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in CR: Other lighthouses in the region include Cabo Matapalo, Isla Cabo Blanco, Isla Herradura, Isla Negritos, Isla Negritos Afuera. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Palmar Norte

CRPAN

29.7 NMENE

PUERTO JIMENEZ

CRPJM

36.6 NMESE

Golfito

CRGLF

43.9 NME

Quepos (Puerto Quepos)

CRXQP

46.3 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
63m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Costa Rica
Country
🇨🇷CR
Latitude
8.7048°
Longitude
-83.8908°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Del Caño Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Del Caño displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 Isla Del Caño Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Del Caño Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Palmar Norte at 29.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include PUERTO JIMENEZ (36.6 NM ESE), Golfito (43.9 NM E), Quepos (Puerto Quepos) (46.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Del Caño Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Isla Del Caño Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Isla Del Caño Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Del Caño 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.