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Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Jocelyn Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse

A 12-meter cylindrical tower marks the Hay Point Range Front, painted white with an orange vertical stripe. Its light, situated 14 meters above the water, emits a steady white beam visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The tower stands near the southern end of St. Joseph Island, guiding downbound vessels through the Munuscong Lake section of the St. Marys River. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. This structure assists navigation near Jocelyn Township, with De Tour Village located 9.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for vessels navigating the Munuscong Lake section of the St. Marys River, a critical and potentially challenging waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Jocelyn Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
St. Marys River, guiding downbound vessels through the Munuscong Lake section, located at Hay Point near the southern end of St. Joseph Island.
Latitude
46.1269°
Longitude
-84.0007°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
De Tour Village(9.3 km)
USCG No.
7-12995

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with an orange vertical stripe

Structure: round cylindrical tower, painted white with an orange vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Hay Point Range Front displays the characteristic F White. 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 Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is De Tour Village at 9.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include DRUMMOND ISLAND (9.8 NM SSE), CEDARVILLE (17 NM WSW), THESSALON MUNICIPAL (20.1 NM ENE), Sault Sainte Marie (26.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hay Point Range Front 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 Hay Point Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hay Point Range Front 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.