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Puerto Limón Lighthouse

F R 1.5s🇨🇷Costa Rica, CROperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Limón Lighthouse

The Puerto Limón lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower measuring 14 meters in height. Its focal plane reaches 15 meters above sea level. The light emitted is red. This structure provides a red flashing light characteristic for mariners. It has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 1.5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl.R.
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Costa Rica
Country
🇨🇷CR
Latitude
9.9879°
Longitude
-83.0205°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6069
NGA No.
16508
Wikidata
Q60574639 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Limón Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Limón displays the characteristic F R 1.5s — 1 red flash every 1.5 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Puerto Limón Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Limón Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Limón at 0.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Puerto Moin (3.6 NM WNW), Moín (3.8 NM W), Puerto Viejo (25.2 NM SE), Moravia (25.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Limón Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Limón 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 Limón Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Limón 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.