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Cap de Rabast Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 30s🇨🇦Anticosti Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap de Rabast Lighthouse

Also known as: Cap de Rabast (Pointe-Nord)

The Cap de Rabast lighthouse, built in 1919, is an octagonal concrete tower standing 22 meters high. Its lantern room, painted red, sits atop the white structure, with the light itself reaching a focal height of 24 meters. This light emits three white flashes every 30 seconds, providing a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. Located on the northernmost point of Anticosti Island, approximately 25 km northeast of Port-Menier, the site is managed by a private entity for the Canadian Coast Guard. While the lighthouse tower remains closed to visitors, the grounds are accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northernmost extremity of Anticosti Island, serving as a key navigational point for vessels in these remote waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 30s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1919

Significant events: Keeper's house was available for vacation rental prior to the Covid pandemic

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern is red

Location

City
Anticosti Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
on the northernmost point of the island about 25 km northeast of Port-Menier
Latitude
49.9514°
Longitude
-64.1487°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Menier(12.0 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-084
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap de Rabast Lighthouse at night?+
Cap de Rabast displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 30s — 3 white flashes every 30 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cap de Rabast Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap de Rabast Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Port-Menier at 11.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Mingan (20.8 NM NNE), Havre-Saint-Pierre (27.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap de Rabast Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap de Rabast 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 Cap de Rabast Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap de Rabast 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.