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Île Sainte-Hélène Lighthouse

W🇨🇦Montreal, CAOperational

Also known as: Île Sainte-Hélène (Île Ronde Range Rear)

Built in 1912, the Île Sainte-Hélène lighthouse is a square concrete tower measuring 14.5 meters high, set on a pyramidal concrete base. It features a square wooden lantern at its summit. Constructed from concrete and wood, this lighthouse once served vessels navigating the St. Lawrence River near Montreal. The structure remains a distinctive feature on the island, which is now part of Parc Jean-Drapeau. Its operational days have concluded, but it stands as a historical marker.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is significant as a historical marker on Île Sainte-Hélène, showcasing early 20th-century construction with its unique concrete base and wooden lantern. It contributes to the cultural landscape of Parc Jean-Drapeau.

Characteristic Signature
W
Light Color
White
Year Built
1912
Nearest Port
Montreal(1.0 km)
Tower Height
14.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, wood

Structure: square concrete tower on a square pyramidal concrete base; square wooden lantern

City
Montreal
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Île Sainte-Hélène, Canada
Latitude
45.5185°
Longitude
-73.5383°
Flag
Type
Name
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Which ports and harbors does Île Sainte-Hélène Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île Sainte-Hélène Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lachine/Montreal at 0.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Montreal (2.5 NM NNE), Saint-Lambert (2.7 NM SE), Saint-Pierre (5.7 NM SW), Côte-Sainte-Catherine (7.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île Sainte-Hélène Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île Sainte-Hélène 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.
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You can track vessels near Île Sainte-Hélène 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.