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Punta las Vacas Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇴Turbo, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta las Vacas Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta las Vacas (Turbo)

A skeletal mast made of concrete stands 16 meters tall at Punta las Vacas. The structure features red and white horizontal bands and is mounted on a small concrete equipment shelter. Its light, visible for 12.7 nautical miles, emits a white flash every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on the east side of the Gulf of Urabá, near Turbo, Colombia. This location places it south of Turbo, a regional capital and the South American end of the Pan-American Highway.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering and leaving Turbo, a key port city and the South American terminus of the Pan-American Highway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Turbo
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
Antioquia
Sea Region
Located on the east side of the Gulf of Urabá, on the south side of Turbo, a regional capital and the northern terminus of the Pan-American Highway in South America.
Latitude
8.0637°
Longitude
-76.7430°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal mast mounted on a small concrete equipment shelter

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Turbo(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J6149
NGA No.
16648
ARLHS No.
COL-043
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta las Vacas Lighthouse at night?+
Punta las Vacas displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 las Vacas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta las Vacas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Turbo at 1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include ACANDI (41.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta las Vacas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta las Vacas 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 las Vacas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta las Vacas 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.