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Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse

F W 6s🇨🇦Southeastern Ontario, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1959, stands 32 meters tall and emits a continuous green light. The focal plane is situated at 24 meters above the water. It is painted white and features an orange triangular daymark with a black vertical stripe. The lighthouse is located near the middle of the river, on a crib structure. It has a geographic range of 13 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light provides a geographic range of 13 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1959

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H2556.1
NGA No.
6232
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower; 32

Location

City
Southeastern Ontario
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
45.0957°
Longitude
-74.4987°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Lancaster Range Rear displays the characteristic F W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is REAL at 10.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Cornwallis Is (11 NM WSW), Cornwall (11 NM WSW), Saint-Zotique (11.6 NM NE), Coteau du Lac (15.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lancaster 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 Lancaster Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lancaster 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.