Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse

F Green🇵🇦Cristóbal, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse

The Juan Grande Northbound Range Front is a 15-meter square skeletal tower located near Cristóbal, Panama, on the north side of the Panama Canal. Its structure is painted white with a black vertical stripe and carries a matching daymark. This operational steel tower emits a continuous green flashing light. It stands approximately 3 kilometers from the Panama Canal, serving as a key navigational reference point. Access to the tower is restricted to boat only.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for ships transiting the Panama Canal northbound, providing a critical front alignment to ensure safe passage through a complex and heavily trafficked waterway. Its precise green light helps mariners maintain their course, preventing groundings or collisions within the narrow confines of the Canal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G

Location

City
Cristóbal
Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Colón
Sea Region
Panama Canal, north side
Latitude
9.1186°
Longitude
-79.7651°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a white daymark with a black vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Panama Canal(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J6094.37.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Panama, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Juan Grande Northbound Range Front displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PANAMA CANAL at 1.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Rodman (15.1 NM SE), Puerto Caimito (15.4 NM S), Balboa (15.5 NM SE), Ancon (15.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Juan Grande Northbound Range Front 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 Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Juan Grande Northbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Juan Grande Northbound Range Front 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.