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Isla Santa María Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Santa María Lighthouse

The Isla Santa María Lighthouse is situated in Northern and Central Chile. It features a focal height of 73 meters above sea level. This navigational aid emits a single white flash every 15 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
73m
Geographic Range
11NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1764
NGA No.
1424

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-36.9856°
Longitude
-73.5354°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Santa María Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Santa María displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Santa María Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Santa María Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Llico at 13 NM to the S. Other ports served include Coronel (17.9 NM E), Arauco (19 NM SSE), Lota (19.4 NM ESE), San Vicente (23.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Santa María Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Santa María 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 Santa María Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Santa María 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.