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Punta Corona Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇱Southern Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Corona Lighthouse

Constructed in 1859, this lighthouse stands as a quadrilateral concrete tower measuring 9 meters in height. It is painted with alternating white and red bands, serving as a daymark. The focal plane reaches 66 meters above sea level. The light characteristic is a white flash that repeats every 10 seconds. This aid to navigation has been operational since its construction in 1859.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 32 nautical miles, guiding mariners along this section of Southern Chile.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
32NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1859

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1676
NGA No.
1552
Wikidata
Q5856252 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red and white daymark; 14

Location

City
Southern Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-41.7840°
Longitude
-73.8799°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Corona Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Corona displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Corona Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Corona Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ancud at 5.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Maullín (16.1 NM NE), Chacao (16.4 NM E), Pargua (19.1 NM E), Quemchi (28.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Corona Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Corona 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 Corona Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Corona 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.