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Isla Los Frailes Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇻🇪Caribbean Islands, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Los Frailes Lighthouse

A metal framework tower stands 12 meters tall on Isla Los Frailes, with its light positioned 160 meters above sea level. The tower, built and first lit in 2017, is square in shape and painted with horizontal bands of red and white. It emits a white flash. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. As of 2024, it was temporarily extinguished.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
160m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6508.5
NGA No.
17153
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Red and white metal framework tower; 39. Temporarily extinguished (2024)

Location

City
Caribbean Islands
Country
🇻🇪VE
Latitude
11.1952°
Longitude
-63.7346°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Los Frailes Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Los Frailes displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Los Frailes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Los Frailes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Porlamar at 15.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include ISLA DE MARGARITA (16.3 NM SSW), El Guamache (27.6 NM SW), Punta de Piedra (27.8 NM SW), PUNTA DE PIEDRAS (27.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Los Frailes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Los Frailes 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 Frailes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Los Frailes 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.