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Cap au Leste Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇨🇦Northeastern Québec, CAInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cap au Leste Lighthouse

This white, octagonal tower measures 17 meters in height with a focal plane also at 17 meters. The structure is distinguished by its red top. Constructed in 1975, this lighthouse was engineered to operate exclusively during nighttime hours. It is currently not in operation. Its white light has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Northeastern Québec
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
48.3759°
Longitude
-70.7056°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white

Structure: White octagonal tower, red top; 26. Operates at night only

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H2142
NGA No.
3532
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap au Leste Lighthouse at night?+
Cap au Leste displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cap au Leste Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap au Leste Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grande Anse at 5.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Port-Alfred (7.5 NM WSW), Saguenay (14.6 NM W), Chicoutimi (14.8 NM WNW), Saint-Bruno-Lac-Saint-Jean (38.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap au Leste Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cap au Leste Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Cap au Leste Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap au Leste 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.