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Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 8s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse

A 15-meter square skeletal tower, built of steel in 2019, stands 17.5 meters above sea level on an island about 5 km south of Vieux-Fort. It displays a red and white daymark and emits a white, red, and green light. The light characteristic is a single white, red, or green flash every 8 seconds. This modern structure replaced a pair of older range lights. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through a narrow passage into Baie du Vieux-Fort, replacing older range lights and ensuring safe entry for local fishing and recreational craft.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 8s
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
12.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Significant events: Replaced a pair of range lights

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and white daymark
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a red and white daymark

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located at the west end of an island about 5 km south of Vieux-Fort, guiding vessels through a narrow passage into the Baie du Vieux-Fort.
Latitude
51.3978°
Longitude
-57.8006°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Blanc Sablon(24.6 km)
Admiralty No.
H1889.705
NGA No.
2801
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse at night?+
Chenal du Vieux Fort displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 8s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Blanc Sablon at 24.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Saint-Augustin (33.4 NM WSW), L'Anse-au-Loup (36.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chenal du Vieux Fort 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 Chenal du Vieux Fort Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chenal du Vieux Fort 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.