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Isla Pastores Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇵🇦Cristóbal, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Pastores Lighthouse

Isla Pastores Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Cristóbal, PA. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 18 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl White 10s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is white, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Isla Pastores Lighthouse is positioned at 9.3724°N, 79.9493°W, near Cristóbal in PA.

Geographic context: Isla Pastores Lighthouse is situated on the Caribbean Sea, within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in PA: Other lighthouses in the region include Atlantic Entrance Range Middle, Atlantic Entrance Range Rear, Bahía las Minas Range Rear, Balboa, Balboa. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Cristóbal

PACTB

3 NMESE

Colón

PAONX

3.7 NME

Manzanillo

PAMIT

3.9 NME

Las Minas

PAMNP

7.4 NME

Bahía Las Minas

PAPBM

8 NME

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
10s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
18m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Cristóbal
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.3724°
Longitude
-79.9493°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Pastores Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Pastores displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Pastores Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Pastores Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cristóbal at 3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Colón (3.7 NM E), Manzanillo (3.9 NM E), Las Minas (7.4 NM E), Bahía Las Minas (8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Pastores Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Pastores 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.
What shipping routes pass near Isla Pastores Lighthouse?+
Isla Pastores Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Isla Pastores Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Pastores 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.