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Grenadier Island Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Leeds and the Thousand Islands, CAOperational

Located in the Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River, this lighthouse aids navigation through intricate Canadian channels. Its light flashes white once every four seconds, visible for a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The structure stands 17 meters above the water, guiding vessels through a complex area known for its numerous islands and sometimes challenging waterways. It serves both commercial shipping and recreational boaters in this busy international waterway. The lighthouse remains operational, contributing to maritime safety in a historically significant and naturally beautiful stretch of the river.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the complex channels of the Thousand Islands section of the St. Lawrence River, helping prevent groundings and collisions in an area frequented by both commercial cargo ships and numerous pleasure craft.

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM
City
Leeds and the Thousand Islands
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Grenadier Island, Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River, Canada
Latitude
44.3829°
Longitude
-75.9050°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Structure: The Grenadier Island Lighthouse helps mariners navigate the intricate channels of the St. Lawrence River, specifically through the picturesque Thousand Islands archipelago. This region, known for its countless small islands and sometimes challenging waterways, relies on aids to navigation like this light to ensure safe passage for both commercial vessels and recreational boaters. While specific historical details about its construction or early years are not provided in the available records, its continued operation with a white flash every four seconds underscores its enduring role in Canadian waters. Today, the lighthouse remains an active and vital part of the navigational network, guiding ships through a historically significant and naturally beautiful stretch of the river. Visitors to the Thousand Islands often spot the light, a quiet reminder of the ongoing need for maritime safety in this busy international waterway. Its presence contributes to the unique character of the Thousand Islands, a popular destination for boating and tourism.

Nearest Port
Lansdowne(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
H2840
ARLHS No.
CAN-818
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How do mariners identify Grenadier Island Lighthouse at night?+
Grenadier Island displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Grenadier Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Grenadier Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rockport at 1.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include ALEXANDRIA BAY (3.1 NM S), Clayton (10.9 NM SW), CLAYTON (11.2 NM SW), GORDON MARINE (11.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Grenadier Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Grenadier 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 Grenadier Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Grenadier 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. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.