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Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse

This metal skeletal tower stands 30 meters tall, with its light positioned 35 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for over 16 nautical miles. The square structure is located 2.12 kilometers north of its corresponding front light, forming part of a range system. The nearest port, Punta Quilla, is 3.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: As the rear light for the Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range, this navigational aid is essential for vessels entering the port, providing a critical alignment for safe passage through the canal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Region
Santa Cruz
Sea Region
Marks the Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur, located 2.12 km north of its front light.
Latitude
-50.1012°
Longitude
-68.3256°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Punta Quilla(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G1208.1
NGA No.
20036
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Punta Quilla at 3.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Santa Cruz (9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear 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 Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Santa Cruz Canal Sur Range Rear 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.