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Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦Saint-Anicet, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse

A square skeletal tower, standing 16 meters tall, carries the Île Chrétien Range Rear light. Its daymark is painted orange with a black vertical stripe. The structure's focal plane reaches 17 meters above the water. This Canadian light, located off Saint-Anicet in Quebec, emits a fixed red light. Its geographic range extends to 12.4 nautical miles, providing visibility for vessels navigating the northeastern tip of Île Chrétien.

Why it matters: This range light assists mariners in maintaining a precise course through the waters near Île Chrétien, helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Saint-Anicet
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
northeastern tip of Île Chrétien, a small island off Saint-Anicet
Latitude
45.1651°
Longitude
-74.3308°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored orange with a black vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Valleyfield(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H2545.1
NGA No.
6124
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Île Chrétien Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is REAL at 3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Saint-Zotique (3.9 NM NNE), Coteau du Lac (7.5 NM NE), Valleyfield (10.6 NM ENE), L'Île-des-Soeurs (Nuns Island) (15 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île Chrétien 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 Île Chrétien Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île Chrétien 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.