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Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse

F green 5s🇨🇦Boischatel, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse

The Ange-Gardien Range Front is a skeletal metal mast, 12.5 meters tall, topped with a daymark that is orange with a black vertical stripe. It emits a green light with a characteristic of a single flash every 4.6 seconds. With a focal height of 16 meters, this range front light has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. It is part of a system working with a rear light to guide vessels along a specific channel. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This range front light, operating as part of a system, provides precise directional guidance essential for navigating narrow or complex waterways, helping to prevent groundings or collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F green 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F.G. 46
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Boischatel
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
A range front light in Canada, guiding vessels along a specific course.
Latitude
46.8986°
Longitude
-71.1216°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quebec(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H2310
NGA No.
3940
ARLHS No.
CAN-1173

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal mast carrying a daymark colored orange with a black vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Ange-Gardien Range Front displays the characteristic F green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Château-Richer at 5.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Lévis (6.2 NM SSW), Quebec (6.3 NM SW), Sainte-Famille (7.6 NM ENE), Sillery (7.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ange-Gardien Range Front 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 Ange-Gardien Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ange-Gardien Range 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.