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Ange-Gardien Range Rear Lighthouse

F green 4s🇨🇦Boischatel, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ange-Gardien Range Rear Lighthouse

This steel skeletal mast stands 14 meters tall and is painted orange with a black vertical stripe. Its light is visible for 14.2 nautical miles. The Ange-Gardien Range Rear light emits a single green flash every 7 seconds. It forms part of a navigational range system, working with a front range light to guide vessels. Mariners align the two lights vertically to confirm their position on the correct course. The structure's design is functional, prioritizing navigational accuracy over visual prominence.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for commercial and recreational vessels navigating the specific channel it marks, ensuring they maintain a safe course and avoid grounding or collision. Its function as a rear range light provides precise directional guidance, which is critical in maintaining the integrity of shipping lanes in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F green 4s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
F.G. 79
Focal Height
24.5m
Geographic Range
14.2NM

Location

City
Boischatel
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Part of the Ange-Gardien Range in Canada, guiding navigation.
Latitude
46.9017°
Longitude
-71.1183°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe
Material
steel

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quebec(5.5 km)
Admiralty No.
H2310.1
NGA No.
3942
ARLHS No.
CAN-1174
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ange-Gardien Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Ange-Gardien Range Rear displays the characteristic F green 4s. 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ange-Gardien Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Château-Richer at 5.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Lévis (6.4 NM SSW), Quebec (6.5 NM SW), Sainte-Famille (7.3 NM ENE), Sillery (7.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ange-Gardien Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ange-Gardien Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ange-Gardien Range Rear 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.