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Punta Coyote Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Coyote Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Coyote (Puerto Escondido)

This square skeletal metal tower, painted white and measuring 14 meters in height, stands on the east side of the entrance to Puerto Escondido bay. It exhibits a white light with a single flash every 6 seconds. The focal height of the light is 15 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Loreto, located 12.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the eastern headland at the entrance to Puerto Escondido bay, facilitating safe navigation into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California Sur
Sea Region
East side of the entrance to the bay of Puerto Escondido.
Latitude
25.8080°
Longitude
-111.2976°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Loreto(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G3563.5
NGA No.
14684

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Coyote Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Coyote displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Coyote Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Coyote Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Loreto at 12.6 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Coyote Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Coyote 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 Coyote Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Coyote 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.