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Punta la Negra Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇵🇪Sechura, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta la Negra Lighthouse

The Punta la Negra lighthouse is a 12-meter tall concrete tower built in 2003. It features a cylindrical structure rising from a square pyramidal base and is painted with alternating black and white horizontal bands. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. Its focal plane reaches 37 meters, providing a geographic range of 16.6 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to the public, the site is accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a significant headland southwest of Bayóvar, aiding vessels navigating the coastal waters and helping to prevent groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

Significant events: Station established 1981, Tower built 2003

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower rising from a square pyramidal base, painted with black and white horizontal bands; no lantern

Location

City
Sechura
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Piura
Sea Region
A headland about 65 km southwest of Bayóvar
Latitude
-6.0619°
Longitude
-81.1083°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bayovar(15.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G2125
NGA No.
0628
ARLHS No.
PER-028
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta la Negra Lighthouse at night?+
Punta la Negra 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 la Negra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta la Negra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Bayovar at 16.3 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta la Negra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta la Negra 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 la Negra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta la Negra 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.