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Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇲🇽Tijuana, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical white concrete tower, 6 meters tall, stands on the Coronado Islands off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. The lighthouse features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 48 meters above sea level. This light emits a single white flash every 12 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 18.4 nautical miles. The structure is located approximately 9.8 kilometers from San Diego, the nearest port. Its operational status confirms its ongoing role in maritime navigation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding maritime traffic safely around the Coronado Islands, a known navigational hazard in the Pacific Ocean off Mexico. Its continuous operation helps prevent groundings and collisions in a busy shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
18.4NM

Location

City
Tijuana
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California
Sea Region
Off the coast of Mexico, marking the Coronado Islands.
Latitude
32.5343°
Longitude
-117.1228°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
San Diego(9.8 km)
ARLHS No.
MEX-112
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tijuana at 5.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include San Diego (7.2 NM N), Coronado (9.2 NM NNW), National City (10.2 NM NNW), Rosarito Terminal (10.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses 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 Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Islas Coronados (Coronado Islands) Lighthouses 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.