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Tidepool Point Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tidepool Point Lighthouse

This slender, square concrete tower stands 8 meters tall with a focal height of 13 meters. It displays a red flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The tower is painted white and red and features an external concrete spiral stairway encircling its structure. Originally, a lantern on a mast provided guidance before the current tower was erected. It is operational and located near Puerto Princesa, with the nearest port just 1 kilometer away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns ships navigating the approaches to Puerto Princesa, a significant port, guiding vessels through these waters with its distinctive red light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.7303°
Longitude
118.7335°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: slender square concrete tower with an external concrete spiral stairway encircling the tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Princesa(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F2164
NGA No.
14520
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tidepool Point Lighthouse at night?+
Tidepool Point displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tidepool Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tidepool Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Balintang/Puerto Princesa at 0.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Barton/Puerto Princesa (0.2 NM N), Batarasa/Puerto Princesa (0.2 NM N), Long Point/Puerto Princesa (0.2 NM N), Napsan/Puerto Princesa (0.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tidepool Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tidepool Point 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 Tidepool Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tidepool Point 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.