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Socorro Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Socorro Lighthouse

The Socorro Lighthouse is a square concrete tower situated at the base of the pier in the town of Socorro. Painted red, this 7-meter tall structure features a pyramidal base and a gallery. Its light is located 9 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 5 seconds. The lighthouse has served as an active aid to navigation for many years. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local shipping traffic approaching the pier at Socorro, a key link for the island community, and warns of hazards near the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
3NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.6168°
Longitude
125.9664°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taganito(9.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2246.4
NGA No.
15135

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square white concrete tower with gallery and a pyramidal base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Socorro Lighthouse at night?+
Socorro displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Socorro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Socorro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cagdianao at 8.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Taganito (9.8 NM WSW), Adlay/Bislig (13.6 NM SSW), Gigaquit, Mindanao (16.9 NM W), Nonoc/Surigao Del Norte (23.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Socorro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Socorro 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 Socorro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Socorro 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.