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Loay Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Loay Lighthouse

This metal pyramidal tower, painted red, stands at the mouth of the Loboc River on Bohol island. Its focal height is 10 meters, and it emits a red flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The structure serves as a starboard beacon, identified by its topmark. The lighthouse is operational and located near the nearest port of Tagbilaran, Bohol, at a distance of 10.2 kilometers. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the entrance to the Loboc River, a key waterway for local transport and fishing boats.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.5997°
Longitude
124.0094°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tagbilaran, Bohol(10.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F2382
NGA No.
14872

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: STARBOARD (IALA B) Red beacon, topmark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Loay Lighthouse at night?+
Loay displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Loay Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Loay Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tagbilaran, Bohol at 10 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Garcia Hernandez (17.9 NM E), Tubigon (21.6 NM N), Jagna (21.6 NM E), Alcoy (30.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Loay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Loay 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 Loay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Loay 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.