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Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green 5s🇨🇷Limón, CROperational

Location & Light Range

About Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 15-meter tall, square skeletal tower constructed of steel, painted red. The light, situated 21 meters above sea level, was built and first illuminated in 2018. It produces a white, red, or green light with a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. This structure is located on the southern edge of Bahía Moín, west of Limón, and functions as an approach marker for Puerto Moín harbor.

Why it matters: This light assists large cargo vessels entering the Puerto Moín harbor. Its specific directional light assists these ships during their approach to the port, supporting the movement of goods.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F W, R or G
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2018

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Moin(0.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J6067.7.
NGA No.
16524

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

City
Limón
Country
🇨🇷Costa Rica
Region
Limón Province
Sea Region
Located on the south shore of the Bahía Moín, a few miles west of Puerto Limón, Costa Rica, on the Caribbean Sea. It guides containerships into the harbor.
Latitude
9.9994°
Longitude
-83.0834°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Limón Canton Lighthouses displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green 5s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Moín at 0 NM to the N. Other ports served include Puerto Moin (0.5 NM NE), Puerto Limón (3.5 NM ESE), Moravia (22.6 NM WSW), Puerto Viejo (28.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Limón Canton 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.
How can I track vessels near Limón Canton Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Limón Canton 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.