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Sixaola Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇵🇦Finca 51, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sixaola Lighthouse

The Sixaola lighthouse, located in Finca 51, Bocas del Toro, Panama, is a 12-meter tall, white, cylindrical steel skeletal tower with a focal height of 14 meters. It displays a white flash every 10 seconds and has a visibility range of 11.6 nautical miles. Situated on the Panamanian bank of the Río Sixaola, it indicates the border with Costa Rica. Puerto Viejo is the closest port, situated 12.6 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the international boundary between Panama and Costa Rica on the Río Sixaola. Its light assists river traffic and vessels entering the Caribbean from the river, providing a clear reference in this border zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Finca 51
Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Bocas del Toro
Sea Region
Marks Panama's border with Costa Rica, situated on the east (Panamanian) side of the Río Sixaola.
Latitude
9.5686°
Longitude
-82.5608°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical steel skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Viejo(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J6072
NGA No.
16527
Wikidata
Q60667417 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sixaola Lighthouse at night?+
Sixaola displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Sixaola Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sixaola Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sixaola/Talamanca at 4.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Puerto Viejo (13.1 NM WNW), Almirante (19.4 NM SSE), Bocas del Toro (23 NM SE), Puerto Limón (37.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sixaola Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sixaola 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 Sixaola Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sixaola 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.