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Tapion Rock Lighthouse

Q W 12s🇱🇨St. Lucia, LCOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tapion Rock Lighthouse

The Tapion Rock lighthouse is a truncated pyramidal metal tower painted white. Standing 15 meters tall, its light is at the same focal height. The structure is constructed of metal. The lighthouse emits a quick white flash with a geographic range of 2 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 12s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Q
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
2NM

Location

City
St. Lucia
Country
🇱🇨LC
Latitude
14.0159°
Longitude
-61.0064°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Truncated pyramidal metal tower; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5792
NGA No.
15004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tapion Rock Lighthouse at night?+
Tapion Rock displays the characteristic Q W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Tapion Rock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tapion Rock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Castries at 0.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Cul de Sac (2 NM SSW), Vieux Fort (18 NM S), SAINTE-ANNE (26 NM NNE), La Trinite (27.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tapion Rock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tapion Rock 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 Tapion Rock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tapion Rock 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.