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Punta Chapoya Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇪🇨General Villamil Playas, ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Chapoya Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Chapoya (Punta Piedras del Morro)

A cylindrical steel tower, 14 meters high, stands at Punta Chapoya, painted with black and white horizontal bands. It is flared at both the top and bottom and stands on a headland 7 km west of Playas, Ecuador. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds. This structure began operations around 2011 and has a focal height of 24 meters. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a headland west of Playas, aiding coastal traffic and preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Admiralty described light as white in 2012 (error)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: round metal tower, flared at the top and bottom, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Location

City
General Villamil Playas
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Region
Guayas
Sea Region
A headland about 7 km west of Playas, Ecuador
Latitude
-2.6404°
Longitude
-80.4348°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Posorja(12.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G3037
NGA No.
0444
ARLHS No.
ECU-005
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Chapoya Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Chapoya displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Chapoya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Chapoya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Posorja at 12.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Zapotal (20.3 NM NNW), Puná (31.6 NM E), Guayaquil (37.4 NM NE), La Libertad (38.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Chapoya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Chapoya 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 Chapoya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Chapoya 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.