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Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse

F Red 4s🇭🇹Commune Cabaret, HTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal concrete tower stands 20 meters tall on the pier in Lafiteau, Haiti, a town about 15 km north of Port-au-Prince. Its focal plane is 22 meters above the water, from which it emits a continuous red light. The tower is white and guides vessels with a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. It is located 0.2 km from the nearest port, Lafiteau, within the Commune Cabaret.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for guiding local vessels safely into Lafiteau's harbor, particularly given its location on the pier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Commune Cabaret
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Region
West
Sea Region
Located on the pier in Lafiteau, a town approximately 15 km north of Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Latitude
18.6907°
Longitude
-72.3574°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lafiteau(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J5399
NGA No.
14212
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Lafiteau Range Front displays the characteristic F Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lafiteau at 0 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Lafito Port (0.6 NM SE), Port-au-Prince (8 NM S), Jacmel (29.5 NM SSW), Baie de Saint-Marc (32 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lafiteau 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.
How can I track vessels near Lafiteau Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lafiteau 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.