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Morro Cock Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇱Tortel, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Morro Cock Lighthouse

The Morro Cock lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower standing 8 meters tall, painted white with a single narrow red horizontal band. Its light is situated 14 meters above the water. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. This structure is located on the east side of Canal Messier, opposite Isla Van der Meulen. Access to the lighthouse is exclusively by boat, highlighting its remote setting.

Why it matters: Morro Cock guides vessels through the Canal Messier, a significant passage within the Patagonian fjords, helping mariners navigate challenging geography and weather.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Tortel
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Aysen del General Carlos Ibanez del Campo Region
Sea Region
Located on the east side of the Canal Messier and the west side of Isla Van der Meulen.
Latitude
-48.2543°
Longitude
-74.5476°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one narrow red horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower, colored white with one narrow red horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tortel(48.7 km)
Admiralty No.
G1555
NGA No.
2056
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Morro Cock Lighthouse at night?+
Morro Cock displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Cock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Morro Cock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Tortel at 48.9 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Morro Cock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Morro Cock 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 Cock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Morro Cock 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.