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Isla Magdalena Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇱Southern Chile, CLInactive

Location & Light Range

About Isla Magdalena Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 49 meters tall and has a focal height of 49 meters. It features red banding and a radar reflector. The light displays a white flash with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on Isla Magdalena in Southern Chile.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is situated in the Strait of Magellan, a significant waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
49m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Southern Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-52.9190°
Longitude
-70.5733°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower, red banded; 44. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1428
NGA No.
2448
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q3378131 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Magdalena Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Magdalena 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 Magdalena Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Magdalena Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cabo Negro at 8.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Bahia Laredo (8.7 NM WSW), Puerto Percy (11.2 NM E), Tres Puentes (16.3 NM SW), Caleta Clarencia (17.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Magdalena Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Isla Magdalena Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Isla Magdalena Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Magdalena 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.