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Isla Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇵🇪Perú, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse

The Isla Lobos De Afuera lighthouse was established in 1906. Its round concrete tower stands 18 meters tall and is painted black with a single white horizontal band. The lantern and gallery are white. This active light features a white flash every 10 seconds. Crew quarters are present for rotating crews of Peruvian marines who maintain the station. The focal plane is 86 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 27 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
86m
Geographic Range
27NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G2112
NGA No.
0636
ARLHS No.
PER-013

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: Black concrete tower, white banded, balcony; 66

Location

City
Perú
Country
🇵🇪PE
Latitude
-6.9537°
Longitude
-80.7090°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Lobos De Afuera 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 Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Pimentel at 46.8 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Lobos De Afuera 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 Lobos De Afuera Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Lobos De Afuera 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.