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Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Montreal, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse

This steel tower, built in 1900 and standing 17 meters tall, is painted white with red trim. It features a lantern and a small gallery. The lighthouse emits a continuous green light, providing a navigational cue for vessels. This rear range light operates in conjunction with a front range light approximately 240 meters away, forming a guiding line for eastbound traffic. The station is located in Parc Saint-Louis, along Boulevard Saint-Joseph in Lachine, Quebec.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for small craft seeking safe passage to the Lachine marinas, providing a precise eastbound approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1900

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
steel

Structure: steel tower with lantern and a small gallery

Location

City
Montreal
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
A downstream (eastbound) range guiding small craft to the Lachine marinas, located in Parc Saint-Louis, on Boulevard Saint-Joseph in Lachine.
Latitude
45.4331°
Longitude
-73.6920°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sainte-catherine(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H2519
NGA No.
5647
ARLHS No.
CAN-267
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Lachine Range Rear 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 Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is KAHNAWAKE at 1.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include DORVAL (2.5 NM W), Saint-Pierre (2.7 NM ENE), CHATEAUGUAY (4.2 NM SW), Saint-Bernard (4.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lachine 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 Lachine Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lachine 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.