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Puntarenas Lighthouse

Occ R 10s🇨🇷Costa Rica, CROperational

Location & Light Range

About Puntarenas Lighthouse

The Puntarenas lighthouse is an operational aid in Costa Rica. Its tower stands 5 meters high, with the light positioned at a focal height of 16 meters. The characteristic of the light is an isophase red signal, which repeats on a 2-second cycle.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ R 10s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Iso.R. period 2s
Focal Height
16m

Location

City
Costa Rica
Country
🇨🇷CR
Latitude
9.9694°
Longitude
-84.8302°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3320
NGA No.
15456
Wikidata
Q60614875 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puntarenas Lighthouse at night?+
Puntarenas displays the characteristic Occ R 10s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Puntarenas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puntarenas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puntarenas at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Puerto Caldera (6.8 NM E), Chomes (7 NM NW), Caldera (7.3 NM ESE), Punta Morales (9.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puntarenas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puntarenas 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 Puntarenas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puntarenas 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.