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Punta Moat Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Moat Lighthouse

Punta Moat is a square skeletal tower standing 12 meters tall, first lit in 2015. It emits a single white flash every 8 seconds. This modern structure replaced an earlier concrete skeletal tower. The previous tower had a daymark noted as missing or deteriorated by 2012. The lighthouse is situated on the north side of the Channel, marking the entrance to Paso Moat. The nearest port is Puerto Williams, located 31.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Punta Moat is essential for vessels transiting the Paso Moat, the passage between the mainland and Isla Picton.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s

Construction & History

Year Built
2015

Significant events: Replaced a previous concrete skeletal tower, daymark on previous tower noted as missing in 2012

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square skeletal tower

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Sea Region
North side of the Channel, marking the entrance to Paso Moat, the passage between the mainland and Chile's Isla Picton
Latitude
-55.0043°
Longitude
-66.7194°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Williams(31.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G1296
NGA No.
111-2710.12
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Moat Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Moat displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Moat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Moat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Puerto Williams at 30.8 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Moat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Moat 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 Moat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Moat 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.