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Isla Herradura Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇷CROperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Herradura Lighthouse

A skeletal metal tower, standing 18 meters tall, displays horizontal red and white bands. It is situated near the west end of Isla Herradura, approximately 5 km southwest of Los Sueños. The lighthouse's focal height reaches 99 meters, providing a geographic range of 24.8 nautical miles. Its light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. Adjacent to the tower is a 1-story equipment building. The nearest port is Caldera, located 17.5 km away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern entrance to the Gulf of Nicoya, a significant maritime route along Costa Rica's Pacific coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
99m
Geographic Range
24.8NM

Location

Country
🇨🇷Costa Rica
Region
Puntarenas Province
Sea Region
Isla Herradura, off the coast at the southern entrance to the Gulf of Nicoya, near the west end of the island, about 5 km southwest of Los Sueños.
Latitude
9.6276°
Longitude
-84.6749°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower adjacent to a 1-story equipment building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Caldera(17.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3316
NGA No.
111-15460
ARLHS No.
COS-004
Wikidata
Q60642843 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Herradura Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Herradura displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Herradura Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Herradura Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Turrubares at 9.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Caldera (17.4 NM N), Orotina (18.4 NM NNE), Puerto Caldera (19.5 NM N), Parrita (22.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Herradura Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Herradura 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 Herradura Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Herradura 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.