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Morro Calvario Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇵🇪Comandante Noel, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Morro Calvario Lighthouse

Also known as: Morro Calvario (Bahía Casma)

The Morro Calvario lighthouse was built in 1978 and first lit in the same year. This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 12 meters high on a square pyramidal base, is painted yellow. It is situated on a headland at Puerto Casma, about 50 kilometers south of Chimbote. The lighthouse emits a white light with a single flash every 15 seconds. The focal height of the light is 242 meters, providing a geographic range of 36.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Morro Calvario lighthouse marks the headland at Puerto Casma, guiding vessels safely into the harbor and along the coast. Its unique yellow concrete tower offers a distinct visual landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
242m
Geographic Range
36.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1978

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: Máncora class square cylindrical concrete tower rising from a square pyramidal base, painted yellow; no lantern

Location

City
Comandante Noel
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Ancash
Sea Region
on a headland at Puerto Casma, about 50 km south of Chimbote.
Latitude
-9.4674°
Longitude
-78.3915°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samanco(14.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G2080
NGA No.
712
ARLHS No.
PER-015
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Morro Calvario Lighthouse at night?+
Morro Calvario displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Morro Calvario Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Morro Calvario Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is SAMANCO at 14.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Chimbote (23.1 NM NNW), Huarmey (40 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Morro Calvario Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Morro Calvario 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 Morro Calvario Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Morro Calvario 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.