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Punta Herrero Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Herrero Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 22 meters tall, with its light positioned 23 meters above sea level. The tower features four ribs, a lantern room, and a gallery. Originally lit in 1901, the station's first tower measured 15 meters. It has since been replaced by the current structure, which emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. This lighthouse is situated at Punta Herrero, a spit of land that encloses Laguna del Espíritu Santo within Mexico's Quintana Roo region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the northward-pointing spit of Punta Herrero, guiding vessels past this significant landform and the entrance to Laguna del Espíritu Santo.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1901

Significant events: Original tower 15m tall, third tower square skeletal

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Costa Maya(37.5 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: cylindrical concrete tower with 4 ribs, lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Quintana Roo
Sea Region
Located at Punta Herrero, a northward-pointing spit enclosing Laguna del Espíritu Santo, within the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve.
Latitude
19.3120°
Longitude
-87.4460°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Herrero Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Herrero displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Herrero Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Herrero Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Costa Maya at 37.5 NM to the SSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Herrero Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Herrero 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 Herrero Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Herrero 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.