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Isla Laitec Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇱Quellón, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Laitec Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on the southern tip of a small island off Isla de Chiloé. It is a cylindrical fiberglass tower, 8 meters tall, painted white with a single red horizontal band. The light is situated 29 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 15.1 nautical miles. Access to this remote location is solely by boat. The tower's construction material is fiberglass.

Why it matters: This light marks the southern end of its island, a significant point for mariners navigating the intricate channels near the southeastern coast of Isla de Chiloé.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
Quellón
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Los Lagos Region
Sea Region
Located at the south end of an island off the southeastern coast of the Isla de Chiloé.
Latitude
-43.2716°
Longitude
-73.5766°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower, colored white with one narrow red horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quellon(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
G1596
NGA No.
1880
ARLHS No.
CHI-021
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Laitec Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Laitec 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 Laitec Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Laitec Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Quellón (Puerto Quellón) at 9.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Quellón Viejo (9.2 NM NNW), Carahue (16.4 NM N), Queilén (24.8 NM NNE), Guaitecas (31.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Laitec Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Laitec 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 Laitec Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Laitec 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.