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Punta Manzano Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇱Quinchao, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Manzano Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Manzano (Isla Chaulinec)

The Punta Manzano lighthouse is a 7.5-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower situated near the southeastern tip of Isla Chaulinec. It displays a white light with a single red horizontal band. The focal height of the light is 25 meters, and it has a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. This light emits one white flash every 5 seconds. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels transiting the southern entrance of the Canal Apiao, a critical passage linking the Gulfs of Corcovado and Ancud, and warns of the landmass near the southeastern point of Isla Chaulinec.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
Quinchao
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Los Lagos Region
Sea Region
Located near the southeastern point of Isla Chaulinec, marking the southern entrance to the Canal Apiao, which leads through the Islas Desertores between the Gulfs of Corcovado and Ancud.
Latitude
-42.6586°
Longitude
-73.2421°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quinchao(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
G1624
NGA No.
1804

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, colored white with one narrow red horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Manzano Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Manzano displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Manzano Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Manzano Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Quinchao at 11 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Achao (15.9 NM NW), Queilén (15.9 NM SW), Puqueldón (17.9 NM WNW), Curaco de Vélez (19.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Manzano Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Manzano 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 Manzano Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Manzano 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.