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Isla Tabón Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇱Southern Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Tabón Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse features a white tower with distinct red bands. It reaches a height of 44 meters, with its light positioned 73 meters above sea level. The navigational signal consists of a single white flash that repeats every 10 seconds. This structure serves as a navigational aid in southern Chile.

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
73m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Southern Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-41.9087°
Longitude
-73.1535°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
44m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower, red banded; 44

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1684
NGA No.
1656
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Tabón Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Tabón 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 Tabón Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Tabón Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Calbuco at 7.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pargua (15.2 NM WNW), Chacao (17 NM WNW), Quemchi (20.1 NM SW), Hualaihué (22 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Tabón Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Tabón 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 Tabón Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Tabón 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.