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Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse

Not specified🇵🇦Panamá, PAInactive

Location & Light Range

About Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse

Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Panamá, PA. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal.

Position: Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse is positioned at 9.1138°N, 79.6980°W, near Panamá in PA.

Geographic context: Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse is situated on the Caribbean Sea, within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in PA: Other lighthouses in the region include Atlantic Entrance Range Middle, Atlantic Entrance Range Rear, Bahía las Minas Range Rear, Balboa, Balboa. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

PANAMA CANAL

PAPCN

4.4 NMWNW

Rodman

PAROD

12.1 NMSE

Ancon

PAACO

12.5 NMSE

Balboa

PABLB

12.5 NMSE

VERACRUZ

PAVCZ

14.3 NMSSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Not specified
Flash Type
—
Light Color
—
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
—
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.1138°
Longitude
-79.6980°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PANAMA CANAL at 4.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Rodman (12.1 NM SE), Ancon (12.5 NM SE), Balboa (12.5 NM SE), VERACRUZ (14.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse?+
Gamboa Southbound Front 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 Gamboa Southbound Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamboa Southbound Front 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.