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Punta Duprat Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Duprat Lighthouse

Punta Duprat is a 16-meter tall cylindrical concrete lighthouse. Built and first lit in 1921, its tower displays white and red colors. A red daymark with white bands adorns the structure. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. Its focal plane is 21 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1921

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1875
NGA No.
1260
Wikidata
Q5856264 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Cylindrical tower, red daymark white banded; 14

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-33.0273°
Longitude
-71.6260°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Duprat Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Duprat displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Duprat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Duprat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Valparaiso at 0.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Viña del Mar (2.7 NM E), CONCON (7.3 NM NE), Quintero (17.3 NM NNE), Ventanas (19.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Duprat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Duprat 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 Duprat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Duprat 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.