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Punta Huacho Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇵🇪Huacho, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Huacho Lighthouse

Constructed in 1973, the Punta Huacho light is a 10-meter-high, cylindrical concrete tower painted white. Its light source is situated 81 meters above sea level. The characteristic is a single white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 22.8 nautical miles. The tower has an hourglass form and lacks a lantern. The site is accessible, but the tower remains closed. This marker is situated on a headland, 0.4 kilometers from Huacho.

Why it matters: The light marks the headland near Huacho, Peru, providing a reference for coastal navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
81m
Light Range
19NM (35.2 km)
Geographic Range
22.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1973

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round hourglass-shaped concrete tower, painted white; no lantern

Location

City
Huacho
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Lima
Sea Region
Located on a prominent headland at Huacho.
Latitude
-11.1263°
Longitude
-77.6182°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huacho(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
G2071
NGA No.
0732
ARLHS No.
PER-026
Wikidata
Q115204840 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Punta Huacho Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 81 meters and a nominal range of 19 nautical miles (approximately 35.2 km), Punta Huacho is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Punta Huacho Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Huacho displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Huacho Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Huacho Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Huacho at 0.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Supe (21.1 NM NNW), Chancay (34.1 NM SE), Ancón (46.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Huacho Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Huacho 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 Huacho Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Huacho 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.