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Tijuana Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇺🇸Baja California, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tijuana Lighthouse

This white cylindrical concrete tower stands 22 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 32 meters above sea level. The light characteristic is three white flashes repeated every 6 seconds. The structure is made of concrete and its operational status is confirmed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 6s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Baja California
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
32.5343°
Longitude
-117.1228°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower; 72

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3635.5
NGA No.
14338
Wikidata
Q28376028 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tijuana Lighthouse at night?+
Tijuana displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Tijuana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tijuana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tijuana at 5.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include San Diego (7.2 NM N), Coronado (9.2 NM NNW), National City (10.2 NM NNW), Rosarito Terminal (10.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tijuana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tijuana 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.
What shipping routes pass near Tijuana Lighthouse?+
Tijuana Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tijuana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tijuana 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.