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San Hipolito Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 16s🇲🇽Baja California, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Hipolito Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white cylindrical concrete tower with distinct red bands. It reaches a height of 39 meters. The light emits four white flashes in a 16-second cycle. This structure serves as a navigational aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 16s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Baja California
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
26.9729°
Longitude
-113.9884°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower, red banded; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3600.8
NGA No.
14478
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Hipolito Lighthouse at night?+
San Hipolito displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 16s — 4 white flashes every 16 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.
Is San Hipolito Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Hipolito 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 Hipolito Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Hipolito 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.