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Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Sainte-Anne-de-Sorel, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse

Constructed of concrete, the Île du Moine Range Rear light stands 18.5 meters tall with a focal height of 27.5 meters. Its square pyramidal skeletal tower, topped with a lantern and gallery, rests on a prow-shaped concrete pier. The structure displays a bright orange-red color with a black vertical stripe. First lit in 1906, the station operates a continuous green light. This light is visible for 14.8 nautical miles along the precise range line it defines. The site is open to visitors, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: As a rear range light, this structure is essential for guiding vessels along a specific channel near Sainte-Anne-de-Sorel, helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
27.5m
Geographic Range
14.8NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1906

Significant events: station established 1906

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
bright orange-red with a black vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a prow-shaped pentagonal concrete pier

Location

City
Sainte-Anne-de-Sorel
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Near the southwestern tip of Île du Moine, serving as a rear range light for navigation.
Latitude
46.0690°
Longitude
-73.0500°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sorel(3.3 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Île du Moine 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 Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sorel at 3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Sorel-Tracy (3 NM WSW), Sainte-Victoire-de-Sorel (6.4 NM SW), Saint-François-du-Lac (9 NM E), Contrecoeur (12.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île du Moine 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 du Moine Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île du Moine 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.