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Cap d'Espoir Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 30s🇨🇦Percé, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap d'Espoir Lighthouse

The Cap d'Espoir lighthouse, built in 1939, is an octagonal concrete tower painted white with a red lantern. Standing 14 meters tall, its light reaches a focal height of 25.5 meters and emits four white flashes every 30 seconds, visible for 14.4 nautical miles. This structure guides mariners at the broad entrance to Baie des Chaleurs. The lighthouse was refurbished and repainted in late 2008. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern side of the entrance to Baie des Chaleurs, guiding vessels navigating this important coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl(4) W 30s
Focal Height
25.5m
Geographic Range
14.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1939

Significant events: repainted and refurbished in late 2008

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Percé
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
marks the north side of the broad entrance to the Baie des Chaleurs (Chaleur Bay). Located at the end of Route du Phare, several miles off QC 132 in Percé.
Latitude
48.4193°
Longitude
-64.3173°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chandler(14.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H1718
NGA No.
7004
ARLHS No.
CAN-086
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap d'Espoir Lighthouse at night?+
Cap d'Espoir displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 30s — 4 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 d'Espoir Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap d'Espoir Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is L'Anse-à-Beaufils at 2.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Sandy Beach (24.2 NM N), Gaspé (25.7 NM NNW), Port-Daniel - Gascons (28.3 NM WSW), Port-Daniel (30.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap d'Espoir Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap d'Espoir 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 d'Espoir Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap d'Espoir 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.