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Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red 2s🇨🇦Havre-Saint-Pierre, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse

A square skeletal mast, 18.5 meters tall, was first lit in 1907 at Havre-Saint-Pierre. The structure is painted black and orange and carries a trapezoidal daymark featuring orange with a black vertical stripe. Its focal height reaches 24.5 meters, and it emits a fixed red light. Located in a residential area north of Rue Boréale and east of Avenue Anticoste, this steel tower guides vessels approaching the port from the south. It is situated 0.9 km from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for guiding vessels safely into Havre-Saint-Pierre, particularly for those approaching from the south.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 2s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
24.5m
Geographic Range
14.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1907

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Havre-Saint-Pierre(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
H1936.1
NGA No.
3056

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black and orange
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal mast carrying a trapezoidal slatted daymark colored orange with a black vertical stripe

Location

City
Havre-Saint-Pierre
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located in a residential neighborhood of Havre-Saint-Pierre, north of Rue Boréale and east of Avenue Anticoste, guiding vessels approaching from the south.
Latitude
50.2401°
Longitude
-63.5948°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Havre-Saint-Pierre at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Mingan (16.5 NM W), Baie-Johan-Beetz (29.4 NM E), Port-Menier (38.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear 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 Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Havre-Saint-Pierre Range Rear 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.