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Toro Point Lighthouse

Fl W 30s🇵🇦Panamá, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toro Point Lighthouse

The Toro Point lighthouse, first lit in 1893, features a white tower standing 27.5 meters high. Its light has a focal plane of 33 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a long white flash. This light provides a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. It is operational and serves Panama.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1893

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6092
NGA No.
J 6092
Wikidata
Q60674729 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27.5m
Tower Color
white

Location

City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.3724°
Longitude
-79.9492°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Toro Point Lighthouse at night?+
Toro Point displays the characteristic Fl W 30s — 1 white flash every 30 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 Toro Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toro Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cristóbal at 3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Colón (3.7 NM E), Manzanillo (3.9 NM E), Las Minas (7.4 NM E), Bahía Las Minas (8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toro Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toro 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.
What shipping routes pass near Toro Point Lighthouse?+
Toro Point Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Toro Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toro 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.