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Punta Mogotes Lighthouse

Fl W 19s🇦🇷Region Pampa/ Provincia Buenos Aires/ Partido Pueyrredón/ Mar del Plata, ARInactive

Location & Light Range

About Punta Mogotes Lighthouse

This conical metal tower, measuring 115 meters in height, is painted white with red bands. It features a focal height of 55 meters and emits a white light. The light has a characteristic of one white flash every 10 seconds. This structure includes an attached dwelling and has a geographic range of 25 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 19s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
19s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
55m
Light Range
19NM (35.2 km)
Geographic Range
25NM

Location

City
Region Pampa/ Provincia Buenos Aires/ Partido Pueyrredón/ Mar del Plata
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-38.0917°
Longitude
-57.5450°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
115m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White conical tower, red banded, dwelling; 115

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0913
NGA No.
19472
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Punta Mogotes Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 55 meters and a nominal range of 19 nautical miles (approximately 35.2 km), Punta Mogotes is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Punta Mogotes Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Mogotes displays the characteristic Fl W 19s — 1 white flash every 19 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Mogotes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Mogotes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Mar del Plata at 3.3 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Mogotes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Punta Mogotes Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Punta Mogotes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Mogotes 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.