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Isla San Carlos Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇻🇪Mainland, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla San Carlos Lighthouse

Isla San Carlos lighthouse is a 14-meter white tower. Its focal height reaches 24 meters above sea level. The light mechanism produces a white flash. This structure guides mariners in the region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 28 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
28NM

Location

City
Mainland
Country
🇻🇪VE
Latitude
11.0001°
Longitude
-71.6043°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla San Carlos Lighthouse at night?+
Isla San Carlos 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 San Carlos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla San Carlos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is El Tablazo/Maracaibo L at 14.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Punta de Palmas (14.6 NM SSE), La Ceiba/Maracaibo L (22 NM S), La Salina/Maracaibo L (22 NM S), Puerto Miranda/Maracaibo L. (22 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla San Carlos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla San Carlos 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 San Carlos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla San Carlos 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.