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Isla Fuerte Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇴Northern Colombia, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Fuerte Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 40 meters above sea level in Northern Colombia. Its light displays two white flashes during an 8-second cycle. The station's geographic range extends for 12 nautical miles. The lighthouse is currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
12NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6152
NGA No.
16664

Location

City
Northern Colombia
Country
🇨🇴CO
Latitude
9.3897°
Longitude
-76.1809°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Fuerte Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Fuerte displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Fuerte Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Fuerte Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Limón at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Covenas Offshore Terminal (27.3 NM ENE), COVENAS (29.5 NM E), Rio Cordoba (30.5 NM SSW), Tolú (35 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Fuerte Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Fuerte 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 Fuerte Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Fuerte 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.