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Baie Comeau Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baie Comeau Lighthouse

A red, cylindrical, skeletal tower stands 10 meters tall atop a one-story pierhead building. This structure, built of concrete, has a focal height of 12.5 meters. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every six seconds, visible for 11.2 nautical miles. It is situated at the end of the Quai Fédéral, the primary wharf for Baie Comeau, a city of around 30,000 residents and the county seat for Manicouagan. The nearest port is Baie Comeau itself, located 0.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels to the main wharf of Baie Comeau, a significant city and county seat within the Manicouagan region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located at the end of the Quai Fédéral, the main wharf at Baie Comeau, a city of about 30,000 residents and the county seat for Manicouagan.
Latitude
49.2359°
Longitude
-68.1290°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower atop a 1-story pierhead building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baie Comeau(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H2054
NGA No.
3324
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baie Comeau Lighthouse at night?+
Baie Comeau displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Baie Comeau Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baie Comeau Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Baie Comeau at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Matane (33 NM SE), Les Mechins (47.8 NM ESE), Rimouski (49.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baie Comeau Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baie Comeau 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 Baie Comeau Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baie Comeau 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.