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Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse

A cylindrical white concrete tower 4 meters high stands on the southern tip of Isla San Benitos. The light exhibits a white flash every 6 seconds from a focal height of 53 meters, with a geographic range of 19.1 nautical miles. Isla San Benitos is part of a small group of islands located about 25 km west of Isla Cedros and 80 km west of the Baja California peninsula. These islands are known as a refuge for numerous bird species and elephant seals, attracting ecotourists. The site is accessible to the public by boat, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern extremity of Isla San Benitos, offering a key navigational reference for vessels, including those involved in ecotourism, frequenting this ecologically sensitive archipelago.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
19.1NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California
Sea Region
Located on the southern tip of Isla San Benitos, part of the Islas San Benito group, which lies about 25 km west of Isla Cedros and 80 km west of the Baja California peninsula. These islands are a haven for numerous birds and elephant seals, making them a popular destination for ecotours.
Latitude
28.3087°
Longitude
-115.5992°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Morro Redondo(27.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G3612
NGA No.
14416
ARLHS No.
MEX-071

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Cedros Island at 22 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Cedros (25.6 NM ESE), Morro Redondo (26.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur 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 Los Benitos Punta Sur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Los Benitos Punta Sur 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.