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Península Los Molles Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Península Los Molles Lighthouse

This quadrilateral concrete tower stands 15 meters tall and is painted white and red. It features a rectangular daymark. The light emits a single white flash every 15 seconds. The focal height of the light is 94 meters above sea level. This station is operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 22 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
94m
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-32.7715°
Longitude
-71.5357°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white rectangular daymark; 15

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1882
NGA No.
1252
Wikidata
Q5856233 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Península Los Molles Lighthouse at night?+
Península Los Molles 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 Los Molles Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Península Los Molles Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Quintero at 1.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ventanas (3.5 NM NE), CONCON (9.5 NM S), Viña del Mar (15.3 NM S), Valparaiso (16.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Península Los Molles Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Península Los Molles 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 Los Molles Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Península Los Molles 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.