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Punta Trucco Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇱Cape Horn, CLOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Trucco Range Front Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 8 meters high and displays a white light with a single red horizontal band. Its focal height reaches 10 meters above sea level. The Punta Trucco Range Front light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower is not accessible. It is located on the north shore of Isla Navarino.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding eastbound vessels through the narrow Paso Mackinlay, the channel between Isla Navarino and Isla Gable.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Cape Horn
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Region
Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica Region
Sea Region
Located on the north shore of Isla Navarino in Chile, it guides eastbound vessels through the narrow Paso Mackinlay, the channel between Isla Navarino and Isla Gable in Argentina.
Latitude
-54.9236°
Longitude
-67.5295°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Williams(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G1313
NGA No.
111-2676

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one red horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored white with one red horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Trucco Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Trucco Range Front 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 Trucco Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Trucco Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Williams at 2.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ushuaia (26.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Trucco Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Trucco Range Front 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 Trucco Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Trucco Range Front 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.