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San Carlos Lighthouse

Fl R 10s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Carlos Lighthouse

The San Carlos lighthouse features a red tower constructed from glass-reinforced plastic. This structure stands 8 meters above sea level. It emits a single red flash. The light has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.4773°
Longitude
123.4213°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
red
Material
glass_reinforced_plastic

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2356
NGA No.
F 2356
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Carlos Lighthouse at night?+
San Carlos displays the characteristic Fl 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 San Carlos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Carlos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Carlos/Dumaguete at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Sangi/Cebu (13.9 NM ESE), Guihulngan (23.1 NM SSW), Laguna (29.3 NM ESE), La Carlota (30 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Carlos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Carlos 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 San Carlos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Carlos 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.