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Islote Locos Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇨🇱Guaitecas, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Islote Locos Lighthouse

A 10-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower, painted white with a red horizontal band, is situated on a small island at the entry point of Canal Moraleda from Golfo Corcovado. It produces a single white flash at 15-second intervals. The lighthouse structure has a focal height of 45 meters, offering a geographic range of 17.9 nautical miles. This marker is located close to Guaitecas and the port of Melinka, approximately 14 kilometers distant. The island is characterized by its rocky terrain, and the lighthouse is part of a remote Patagonian waterway system.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels moving through Canal Moraleda, a main north-south shipping route within the Chilean fjords, offering a reference point at its opening from Golfo Corcovado.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Location

City
Guaitecas
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Aysen del General Carlos Ibanez del Campo Region
Sea Region
small island in the entrance to the Canal Moraleda from the Golfo Corcovado in northern Aysén
Latitude
-43.9833°
Longitude
-73.4500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round conical concrete tower, painted white with a red horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Melinka(14.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G1584
NGA No.
1904
ARLHS No.
CHI-056
Wikidata
Q5856201 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Islote Locos Lighthouse at night?+
Islote Locos displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Islote Locos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Islote Locos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Melinka at 13.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Guaitecas (24.6 NM NW), BALMACEDA (25 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Islote Locos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Islote Locos 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 Islote Locos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Islote Locos 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.