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Lucap Lighthouse

Fl green 5s🇵🇭Northern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lucap Lighthouse

This operational lighthouse stands 49 meters high and has a round, green concrete tower. It is situated in the Northern Philippines. The structure emits a green flashing light with a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is open to the public.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Northern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
16.1928°
Longitude
120.0038°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2691
NGA No.
14398
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 49

Visiting

Open to public
yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lucap Lighthouse at night?+
Lucap displays the characteristic Fl green 5s — 1 green flash every 5 seconds. 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 Lucap Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lucap Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sual at 9.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Bauang (26.5 NM NE), Santa Cruz/Sual (27.1 NM SSW), Poro/San Fernando (31 NM NNE), Pagudpud, Luzon (31.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lucap Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lucap 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 Lucap Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lucap 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.