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Punta Sal Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 30s🇭🇳Tela, HNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Sal Lighthouse

The Punta Sal lighthouse is a 15-meter tall, square concrete skeletal tower featuring a gallery. It is distinguished by red and white horizontal bands. Positioned on a cape approximately 12 km northwest of Tela, in Honduras' Atlántida region, it stands at a focal height of 84 meters. The light emits a white flash every 30 seconds (Fl W 30s) and has a range of 23.1 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks a sharp cape, offering mariners a reference point along the Honduran coast northwest of Tela.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl W 30s
Focal Height
84m
Geographic Range
23.1NM

Location

City
Tela
Country
🇭🇳Honduras
Region
Atlántida
Sea Region
Located at the end of a sharp cape about 25 km northwest of Tela, Honduras.
Latitude
15.9257°
Longitude
-87.6038°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tela(12.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J5997
NGA No.
16432
Wikidata
Q60222455 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Sal Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Sal displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 30s — 4 white flashes every 30 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Sal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Sal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tela at 11.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Puerto Cortés (20.1 NM WSW), Omoa (26.8 NM WSW), UTILA (41.9 NM ENE), La Ceiba (49.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Sal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Sal 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 Sal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Sal 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.