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San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Green🇵🇦PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: San Pablo Southbound Range Rear (1 and 2)

Established in 1914, the San Pablo Southbound Range Rear is a 9-meter concrete tower with a lantern, located in Panamá Oeste, Panama. It stands approximately 1.2 km east of its front light, forming part of the San Pablo Southbound Range system. The original structure was abandoned and is now situated about 300 meters behind its modern skeletal successor. The historic tower is gradually being overgrown by the surrounding jungle. Its nearest port is the Panama Canal, located 3.5 km away.

Why it matters: The San Pablo Southbound Range Rear guides vessels along a specific course through Panamanian waters, facilitating safe southbound transit. The abandoned concrete tower provides a historical architectural example within a natural environment.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Green
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Oc G

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

Significant events: abandoned

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Panama Canal(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
J6094.351.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower with lantern

Location

Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Panamá Oeste
Sea Region
Panama, on a hill approximately 1.2 km east of its front light, part of the San Pablo Southbound Range system.
Latitude
9.1090°
Longitude
-79.7560°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
San Pablo Southbound Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PANAMA CANAL at 2.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Rodman (14.3 NM SE), Balboa (14.7 NM SE), Puerto Caimito (14.7 NM S), Ancon (14.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Pablo Southbound Range Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse?+
San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near San Pablo Southbound Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Pablo Southbound Range Rear 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.