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Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 4s🇪🇸Mogán, ESOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical steel tower, 10 meters high, stands at the end of the west breakwater at a pleasure craft marina. This post light features a spiral stairway within a square skeletal tower attached to a two-story building. The light emits a red flash every 4 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The current structure replaced an earlier, smaller masonry tower. It is located in Puerto Rico, Mogán, approximately 25 km northwest of Maspalomas in the Canary Islands.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe navigation of pleasure craft entering and exiting the marina, clearly marking the end of the west breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replacement of original light

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Rico (Gr.Canaria)(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D2815.7
NGA No.
24022
ARLHS No.
CAI-061

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: post light surrounded by a square skeletal tower supporting a spiral stairway, attached to a small 2-story building

Location

City
Mogán
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Region
Canary Islands
Sea Region
End of the west breakwater at a pleasure craft marina in Puerto Rico, about 25 km northwest of Maspalomas.
Latitude
27.7801°
Longitude
-15.7113°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Rico West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 4s — 2 red flashes every 4 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 Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PUERTO RICO at 0.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Arguineguin (2.1 NM SE), PUERTO DE MOGAN (3.6 NM NW), PASITO BLANCO (5.1 NM ESE), Playa Ingles (6.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Rico West Breakwater 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 Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Rico West Breakwater 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.