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Puerto Hierro Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇻🇪Parroquia Cristóbal Colón, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Hierro Lighthouse

This skeletal lighthouse, constructed from fiberglass, stands 65 meters above the water on a promontory east of Puerto Hierro. It is painted with horizontal bands of orange and white. The light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for approximately 20.8 nautical miles. The structure guides vessels on the southern side of the Paria Peninsula, between Macuro and Güiria. It is located about 0.4 kilometers from the port of Puerto Hierro.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for local maritime traffic, particularly for fishing boats and smaller commercial vessels navigating the southern coast of the Paria Peninsula, marking the approach to Puerto Hierro.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Location

City
Parroquia Cristóbal Colón
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Sucre State
Sea Region
A promontory on the east side of Puerto Hierro, a small port on the south side of the Paria Peninsula, between Macuro and Güiria.
Latitude
10.6327°
Longitude
-62.0965°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with orange and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A skeletal tower painted with orange and white horizontal bands.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto de Hierro(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
J6521
NGA No.
17204
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Hierro Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Hierro displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Puerto Hierro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Hierro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto de Hierro at 0.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Guiria (12 NM WSW), Chaguaramas (26.8 NM E), Carenage (29.3 NM E), Tembladora (30.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Hierro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Hierro 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 Hierro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Hierro 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.