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Península Alacrán Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Península Alacrán Lighthouse

This white, round fiberglass tower stands 23 meters tall, with its focal plane also at 23 meters. The structure is characterized by black banding. It emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 19 nautical miles. It is part of Chile's network of lighthouses and is located on the Alacrán Peninsula in Arica.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-18.4797°
Longitude
-70.3330°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White round tower, black banded; 108

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1984
NGA No.
1012
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5856231 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Península Alacrán Lighthouse at night?+
Península Alacrán displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Península Alacrán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Península Alacrán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Arica at 0.6 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Península Alacrán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Península Alacrán 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 Península Alacrán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Península Alacrán 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.