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Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse

Also known as: Île aux Oeufs (Egg Island)

Built in 1955, the Île aux Oeufs lighthouse is an 11-meter octagonal concrete tower, painted white with a red lantern. It stands on an island south of Rivière-Pentecôte, Canada. For nearly 50 years, its white light provided 15 nautical miles of geographic range. The keeper's house, present when the station was established in 1871, was demolished in the 1970s. The lighthouse was deactivated in October 2003 and is now closed to the public, though the site remains open.

Why it matters: The Île aux Oeufs lighthouse is significant for marking its namesake island south of Rivière-Pentecôte, and its remote location offers insight into isolated maritime life.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W
Focal Height
70m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1955

Significant events: Keeper's house demolished in the 1970s, deactivated in October 2003

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower, painted white; lantern is red

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
an island south of Rivière-Pentecôte
Latitude
49.6241°
Longitude
-67.1759°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Godbout(24.3 km)
Admiralty No.
H2018
NGA No.
3284
ARLHS No.
CAN-235
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse at night?+
Île aux Oeufs displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port-Cartier at 26.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Cap-Chat (37.8 NM SSE), Les Mechins (38.4 NM SSE), Sainte-Anne-des-Monts (40.8 NM SE), Pointe Noire (41.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île aux Oeufs 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 Île aux Oeufs Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île aux Oeufs 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.