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City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Owen Sound, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse

This square pyramidal skeletal tower, standing 13 meters tall, is located on the east side of the Sydenham River entrance from Owen Sound. It was first lit in 1851. The structure carries a trapezoidal daymark, painted white with a red vertical stripe. Originally, range lights were replaced in 1883 and again in 1909. The front light was rebuilt in 1911 after sustaining fire damage. The tower emits a green light, characterized as a fixed green, with a focal height of 15 meters and a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for guiding vessels safely through the inlet of Owen Sound into the Sydenham River, supporting maritime traffic for the town of Owen Sound.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1851

Significant events: original range lights replaced in 1883, original range lights replaced in 1909, front light rebuilt after being damaged by fire in 1911

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with an enclosed upper section, carrying a trapezoidal daymark painted white with a red vertical stripe

Location

City
Owen Sound
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Owen Sound, a long inlet at the southwestern corner of Georgian Bay, leading to the town of Owen Sound, the seat of Grey County. Located on the east side of the entrance to the Sydenham River from Owen Sound.
Latitude
44.5766°
Longitude
-80.9405°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Owen Sound(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-783
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
City of Owen Sound Lighthouses displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Owen Sound at 0.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Wiarton (13.1 NM NW), Meaford (14.6 NM E), Thornbury (21 NM E), Hanover (26.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, City of Owen Sound Lighthouses 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 City of Owen Sound Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near City of Owen Sound Lighthouses 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.