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Aylmer Island Lighthouse

🇨🇦Ottawa, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Aylmer Island Lighthouse

Aylmer Island Lighthouse, located in Ontario, Canada, stands on its namesake island west of Ottawa. The tower is painted white with a green band encircling its upper section. It guides vessels navigating the Ottawa River, specifically warning them of the shoals and shallows in the vicinity of the island. This aid is important for both commercial and recreational craft traveling along the waterway. The site is open to the public, though visitors cannot enter the tower itself.

Why it matters: Its location is critical for commercial and recreational vessels traveling between Ottawa and points further west on the river.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white with a green band at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Ottawa
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Aylmer Island
Latitude
45.3973°
Longitude
-75.8886°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cardinal(41.9 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-867
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Aylmer Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Aylmer Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ottawa at 8.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Orléans (15.3 NM ENE), Cumberland Bay (21.8 NM ENE), Inkerman (30.1 NM SE), Cardinal (42.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Aylmer Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Aylmer Island 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 Aylmer Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Aylmer Island 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.