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Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇨🇺Santa Cruz del Sur, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse

This white, square pyramidal skeletal tower, constructed of aluminum, stands 12 meters tall and is mounted on a pile foundation. Its focal height reaches 29 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 7 seconds. The lighthouse is located in Santa Cruz del Sur, marking a dockside area. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light marks the entrance to the port of Santa Cruz del Sur, a significant city in Camagüey Province.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
Santa Cruz del Sur
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Camagüey
Sea Region
Located in Santa Cruz del Sur, a city of about 50,000 at the southernmost corner of Camagüey Province, Cuba, marking a dockside area.
Latitude
20.7036°
Longitude
-77.9838°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Santa Cruz del Sur(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
J5073.5
NGA No.
13236.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
aluminum

Structure: square pyramidal aluminum skeletal tower, mounted on a pile foundation and painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse at night?+
Santa Cruz del Sur displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guayabal at 20.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include Camagüey (41 NM N), Media Luna (45.4 NM SE), Niquero (45.5 NM SSE), Ceiba Hueca (46.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Santa Cruz del Sur 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 Santa Cruz del Sur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Santa Cruz del Sur 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.