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Punta del Morro Redondo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta del Morro Redondo Lighthouse

Located on a hill above the airport at the southern tip of Isla Cedros, Mexico, the Punta del Morro Redondo lighthouse stands as a 15-meter white square pyramidal skeletal tower. This structure, which includes a gallery, emits a white light with a flash every 6 seconds. It replaced an earlier 8.5-meter tower, marking an improvement in the area's navigational aids. The focal height of the light is 22 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. While the tower itself is closed to visitors, the surrounding site is open and accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around the southern end of Isla Cedros, supporting traffic for the island's airport and enhancing safety for coastal shipping in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Replaced an 8.5m tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Baja California
Sea Region
Southern tip of Isla Cedros, on a hill above the island's airport.
Latitude
28.0348°
Longitude
-115.1872°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Morro Redondo(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
G3609
NGA No.
14452
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta del Morro Redondo Lighthouse at night?+
Punta del Morro Redondo 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 del Morro Redondo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta del Morro Redondo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Morro Redondo at 0.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Cedros (5 NM NNE), Cedros Island (8.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta del Morro Redondo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta del Morro Redondo 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 del Morro Redondo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta del Morro Redondo 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.