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Punta Engabao Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇨Salinas, ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Engabao Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Engabao (Punta de Piedra)

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 7 meters tall, with its focal plane 14 meters above sea level. Painted white, it features red bands at its base and around the gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. A light station was established in this area during the 1920s. The site is open to the public, offering views of the surrounding coastline, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for local maritime traffic, helping vessels safely identify the coastal point and navigate the waters near Engabao village.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Salinas
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Region
Santa Elena Province
Sea Region
village of Engabao, about 6.5 km northwest of El Pelado
Latitude
-2.1896°
Longitude
-81.0107°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Salinas(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3048.8
NGA No.
0442
ARLHS No.
ECU-033

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red bands at the base and on the gallery
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white with red bands at the base and on the gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Engabao Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Engabao displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Engabao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Engabao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Salinas at 3.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include La Libertad (6.4 NM ESE), MONTEVERDE (17.8 NM ENE), Zapotal (29.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Engabao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Engabao 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 Engabao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Engabao 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.