False Duck Island Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About False Duck Island Lighthouse

Also known as: False Duck Island (Swetman) (relocated lantern)

The False Duck Island lighthouse, built in 1967, is a cylindrical stone tower standing 10 meters high. This structure incorporates the lantern, gallery, and a 3rd order Fresnel lens from the original False Duck Island lighthouse. It was erected on its namesake island to guide mariners navigating the waters near the island. The nearest port is Picton, located 6.6 kilometers away. The light at this location is currently operational.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is significant for its architectural continuity, preserving and reusing the original 3rd order Fresnel lens, lantern, and gallery from its predecessor.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with the lantern, gallery, and 3rd order Fresnel lens of the original False Duck Island lighthouse

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Latitude
43.9222°
Longitude
-77.0527°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1967

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Picton(6.6 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-864
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does False Duck Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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False Duck Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Picton at 6.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include WEST LAKE (9.5 NM W), DESERONTO (16.1 NM N), NAPANEE (19.9 NM NNE), Bath (20.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is False Duck Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, False Duck Island 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 False Duck Island Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near False Duck Island 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.

What is the False Duck Island lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , Canada. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.