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Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse

Iso 2s🇨🇦Les Éboulements, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse

A square cylindrical skeletal tower made of steel rises 11 meters high at Cap Saint-Joseph, located near Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive in Les Éboulements, Quebec. The light source is positioned 13.5 meters above sea level, offering visibility for 11.5 nautical miles. Its light pattern is Iso Y 2s (an isophase white light shown for 2 seconds). This structure serves as a navigation aid on the St. Lawrence River. The grounds are accessible to the public, but entry into the tower is prohibited. The closest port is Ile aux Coudres, situated 1.9 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This light marks the harbour entrance for vessels navigating the St. Lawrence River, a main shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso Y 2s
Focal Height
13.5m
Light Range
8NM (14.8 km)
Geographic Range
11.5NM

Location

City
Les Éboulements
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located at Cap Saint-Joseph, near Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive in Les Éboulements, Quebec, Canada, likely guiding navigation on the St. Lawrence River.
Latitude
47.4484°
Longitude
-70.3646°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ile aux coudres(1.9 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1322

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 13.5 meters and a nominal range of 8 nautical miles (approximately 14.8 km), Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse at night?+
Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) displays the characteristic Iso 2s. 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 Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ile aux coudres at 1.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Pointe-au-Pic (13.8 NM NE), Pointe au Pic (13.8 NM NE), Saint-Pascal (23.5 NM ENE), Cap-St-Ignace (25.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) 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 Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements) 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.