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Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse

Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse is a white metal tower with red bands, standing 23 meters tall. Its light is emitted from a focal height of 90 meters. The lighthouse displays a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. This structure is part of Chile's lighthouse network, serving the northern and central regions.

Background
El Faro Isla Quiriquina es un faro perteneciente a la red de faros de Chile. Se ubica en la Isla Quiriquina, en la Región del Biobío.​

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
90m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-36.6105°
Longitude
-73.0512°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White metal tower, red banded; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1798
NGA No.
1348
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Quiriquina 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 Quiriquina Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tomé at 4.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include Talcahuano (6.2 NM SSW), Lirquén (6.7 NM SSE), Penco (7.4 NM SSE), San Vicente (9.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Quiriquina Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Quiriquina 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 Quiriquina Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Quiriquina 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.