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Punta Lido Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇨Parroquia Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Lido Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Lido (Playa Carola)

The Punta Lido lighthouse is a 7-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower standing 13 meters above sea level. It is painted red with a single white horizontal band. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds. This structure is situated on a promontory at the northern entrance to the bay of Puerto Barquerizo Moreno, the main settlement on the island. The tower is closed to the public, but the site is open, offering views of the bay. It is located 0.5 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Puerto Barquerizo Moreno, guiding vessels through the northern bay entrance and helping mariners avoid hazards along the promontory.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Parroquia Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Region
Galápagos
Sea Region
Located on a promontory at the northern entrance to the bay of Puerto Barquerizo Moreno, the principal settlement on the island.
Latitude
-0.8897°
Longitude
-89.6137°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baquerizo Moreno(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3101
NGA No.
0328
ARLHS No.
GAL-011

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with one white horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted red with one white horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Lido Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Lido 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 Lido Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Lido Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Baquerizo Moreno at 0.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Espanola Island (29.9 NM S), Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (42.7 NM WNW), BALTRA (48.4 NM NW), Seymour (49.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Lido Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Lido 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 Lido Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Lido 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.