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Morro de Puercos Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇵🇦PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Morro de Puercos Lighthouse

A 15-meter white cylindrical metal tower stands 84 meters above sea level at Morro de Puercos. The structure is a square, two-stage skeletal tower. Operating from this promontory on the Azuero Peninsula, its light emits a single white flash every 7.5 seconds. This light is visible for 23.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near the southernmost point of Panamá, with the nearest port being Aguadulce, 59.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating around the southernmost point of Panamá's Azuero Peninsula, providing a critical reference for coastal and international shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
84m
Light Range
19NM (35.2 km)
Geographic Range
23.1NM

Location

Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Los Santos
Sea Region
A promontory of the Azuero Peninsula near the southernmost point of Panamá.
Latitude
7.2443°
Longitude
-80.4313°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square cylindrical 2-stage skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aguadulce(59.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3250
NGA No.
0040
Wikidata
Q60716632 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Morro de Puercos Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 84 meters and a nominal range of 19 nautical miles (approximately 35.2 km), Morro de Puercos is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Morro de Puercos Lighthouse at night?+
Morro de Puercos displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Morro de Puercos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Morro de Puercos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Bayano at 23.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include Herrera (38 NM NNW), Pesé (40.9 NM NNW), Chitre (43.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Morro de Puercos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Morro de Puercos 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.
What shipping routes pass near Morro de Puercos Lighthouse?+
Morro de Puercos Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Morro de Puercos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Morro de Puercos 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.