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Isla Montuosa Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇵🇦Boca Chica, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Montuosa Lighthouse

A 12-meter-high square skeletal tower painted white stands on Isla Montuosa. This metal structure, featuring a gallery, supports a light at a focal height of 30 meters. The light emits a single white flash every 7 seconds and has a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles. It is located on a remote island at the mouth of the Gulf of Chiriquí, approximately 56 kilometers by sea from Pedregal. The lighthouse is operational and guides vessels in this region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation at the entrance to the Gulf of Chiriquí, a significant maritime passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
30m
Light Range
11NM (20.4 km)
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

City
Boca Chica
Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Chiriquí
Sea Region
remote island in the mouth of the Gulf of Chiriquí
Latitude
7.4693°
Longitude
-82.2424°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pedregal(56.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G3264
NGA No.
0020
Wikidata
Q60687580 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Isla Montuosa Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 30 meters and a nominal range of 11 nautical miles (approximately 20.4 km), Isla Montuosa is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Isla Montuosa Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Montuosa displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Montuosa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Montuosa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Boca Chica at 44.9 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Montuosa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Montuosa 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 Montuosa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Montuosa 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.