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Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse

Fl White 9s🇨🇴Necoclí, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse

Punta Arenas Norte is a square skeletal tower, 18 meters in height, adorned with red and white horizontal bands. Its light source is positioned 20 meters above sea level, producing a white flash each nine seconds (Fl W 9s). Located on a cape at the eastern side of the Gulf of Urabá entrance, its visibility extends for 13.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern entrance to the Gulf of Urabá, guiding vessels around a notable cape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Necoclí
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
Antioquia
Sea Region
prominent cape at the east side of the entrance of the Gulf of Urabá
Latitude
8.5543°
Longitude
-76.9376°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Acandi(20.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J6146
NGA No.
16656
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Arenas Norte displays the characteristic Fl White 9s. 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 Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is ACANDI at 20.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Turbo (31 NM SSE), Rio Cordoba (40.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Arenas Norte 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 Punta Arenas Norte Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Arenas Norte 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.