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Punta Ángeles Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇱Northern and Central Chile, CLInactive

Location & Light Range

About Punta Ángeles Lighthouse

Punta Ángeles is a 60-meter latticed metal tower painted white. It displays a red and white rectangular daymark. The focal height of the light is also 60 meters, with a geographic range of 32 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a single white flash. This aid to navigation is currently non-operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
60m
Light Range
32NM (59.3 km)
Geographic Range
32NM

Location

City
Northern and Central Chile
Country
🇨🇱CL
Latitude
-33.0229°
Longitude
-71.6474°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
60m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Latticed tower, red and white rectangular daymark; 28

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1874
NGA No.
1268
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5856300 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Punta Ángeles Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 60 meters and a nominal range of 32 nautical miles (approximately 59.3 km), Punta Ángeles 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 Ángeles Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Ángeles displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Ángeles Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Ángeles Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Valparaiso at 1.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Viña del Mar (3.8 NM E), CONCON (7.8 NM NE), Quintero (17.4 NM NNE), Ventanas (19.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Ángeles Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Punta Ángeles 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 Ángeles Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Ángeles 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.