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Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse

This 7.5 meter cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands on an arm of the mainland opposite the west breakwater at the entrance to Puerto Escondido. It features a spiral stairway for access. The light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The operational lighthouse is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its position helps guide vessels navigating into the bay.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation into Puerto Escondido, a significant port on Mexico's Pacific coast. Its distinctive red flash specifically guides vessels past the mainland arm and the west breakwater, preventing groundings and ensuring smooth entry into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California Sur
Sea Region
Located on an arm of the mainland opposite the west breakwater at the entrance to Puerto Escondido.
Latitude
25.8142°
Longitude
-111.3114°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Loreto(12.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G3563.511.
NGA No.
G3563.511

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: A 7.5 m cylindrical concrete post, accessible via a spiral stairway.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Escondido East displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Loreto at 12.1 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Escondido East 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 Puerto Escondido East Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Escondido East 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.