Faro Los Morrillos de Cabo Rojo

Faro Los Morrillos de Cabo Rojo is a neoclassical lighthouse standing on white limestone cliffs at Puerto Rico's southwestern tip that drop sharply toward the Caribbean Sea. The structure was built in stone and rises about 12 meters high with living quarters that once housed the keepers.

Spanish authorities completed this maritime lighthouse in 1882 to guide ships through the Mona Passage between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The facility was later automated and residents gradually left the building.

The name refers to the local hilltop formation and reflects this region's strong connection to maritime life. The structure shows how people once lived and worked in remote coastal settings to guide ships safely.

The site is open on most days of the week, and the path from parking to the lighthouse is well accessible. Free transport is available between areas so visitors do not have to walk long distances.

The lighthouse houses a French-made lens system by Sautter Lemonnier, a high-precision optical component mounted in a lantern of cast iron and copper. This equipment was a technical achievement of its time and is now considered an important part of maritime heritage.

Location: Puerto Rico

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Height: 12 m

GPS coordinates: 17.93367,-67.19219

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02