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Villanueva Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Villanueva Lighthouse

Villanueva lighthouse stands as a square, 2-story concrete building on concrete piles, reaching a height of 12 meters. Its tower displays red and white horizontal bands and is situated on the east coast of Macajalar Bay, approximately 5 kilometers north of Tagaloan. The light emits a red flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 30 meters, with a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light aids vessels navigating the east coast of Macajalar Bay, particularly those associated with the FDC Misamis Power Corporation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Region
Misamis Oriental
Sea Region
east coast of Macajalar Bay, about 5 km north of Tagaloan, Philippines
Latitude
8.5610°
Longitude
124.7479°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Villanueva(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F2265
NGA No.
15098

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square 2-story concrete building supported by concrere piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Villanueva Lighthouse at night?+
Villanueva 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 Villanueva Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Villanueva Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Villanueva at 1.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tagoloan (2.2 NM S), Bugo (2.7 NM S), Jasaan (4.9 NM N), Misamis Or./Cagayan de Oro (6.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Villanueva Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Villanueva 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 Villanueva Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Villanueva 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.