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Tinaca Point Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tinaca Point Lighthouse

Tinaca Point Lighthouse was established in 1916. The white concrete tower is octagonal and stands 11 meters tall, featuring a buttressed base. This structure supports a light with a focal height of 43 meters. The lighthouse emits a white flash, and its operational status is confirmed. The building itself is a white concrete structure topped with a red roof.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1916

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2228
NGA No.
15184
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Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete building, red roof

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
5.5556°
Longitude
125.3321°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tinaca Point Lighthouse at night?+
Tinaca Point displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Tinaca Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tinaca Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is General Santos at 31.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Babato/Dadiangas (34.8 NM NNW), Basiauang/Dadiangas (34.8 NM NNW), Banawan/Dadiangas (34.8 NM NNW), Kiamba/Dadiangas (34.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tinaca Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tinaca 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 Tinaca Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tinaca 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.