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San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇲🇽Manzanillo, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse

This concrete square skeletal tower stands 28 meters tall and is painted white. It is mounted on a square concrete equipment room and has a focal height of 27 meters. The San Pedrito Range Rear light emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 14.7 nautical miles. It is located on a bluff above the Calle Acambaro, 350 meters east-northeast of the front range light. The tower's height was doubled in the past to enhance its navigational capability. The nearest port is Manzanillo, 2.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for precise navigation, guiding vessels by aligning its synchronized flash with the front light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: tower doubled in height

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manzanillo(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3480.41
NGA No.
15136

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white, mounted on a square concrete equipment room

Location

City
Manzanillo
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Colima
Sea Region
Located on a bluff above the Calle Acambaro, 350 m east northeast of the front light.
Latitude
19.0643°
Longitude
-104.2880°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
San Pedrito Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Manzanillo at 1.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Barra de navidad (23.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Pedrito 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.
How can I track vessels near San Pedrito Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Pedrito 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.