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Isla del Rosario Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇴COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla del Rosario Lighthouse

A square skeletal concrete tower stands 14 meters tall on a concrete pad at the extreme western end of the Islas del Rosario. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. This automated light is operational and situated on a rocky reef. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light warns mariners of the extensive rocky reef marking the western approaches to the Islas del Rosario, a reef that extends directly from its base.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Sea Region
rocky reef at the extreme western end of the Islas del Rosario
Latitude
10.1680°
Longitude
-75.8004°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cartagena(17.7 km)
Admiralty No.
J6159.7
NGA No.
16687.1
ARLHS No.
COL-009

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands, standing on a square concrete pad

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla del Rosario Lighthouse at night?+
Isla del Rosario displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Isla del Rosario Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla del Rosario Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mamonal at 19.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include El Bosque (21 NM NE), Sociedad Portuaria Regional Cartagena (21 NM NE), Contecar (21.2 NM NE), Cartagena (21.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla del Rosario Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla del Rosario 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 Isla del Rosario Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla del Rosario 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.