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Pamilican Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pamilican Island Lighthouse

The Pamilican Island Lighthouse was built in 1994. It stands as a 9-meter tall, cylindrical fiberglass tower with a focal height of 15 meters. The structure is described as round and barbell-shaped. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It is located on the northeast side of Pamilican Island, approximately 10.4 kilometers from the nearest port of Tagbilaran, Bohol.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of Pamilican Island, a hazard in the Visayan Sea, and facilitates safe passage for vessels navigating the waters south of Bohol.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tagbilaran, Bohol(10.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F2383
NGA No.
14885

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped fiberglass tower

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.4962°
Longitude
123.9219°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pamilican Island Lighthouse at night?+
Pamilican Island displays the characteristic Fl White 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 Pamilican Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pamilican Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tagbilaran, Bohol at 10.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Garcia Hernandez (24.1 NM ENE), Larena (24.9 NM SW), Tubigon (27.7 NM N), Alcoy (28 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pamilican Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pamilican Island 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 Pamilican Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pamilican Island 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.