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Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦Amherstburg, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse

This orange cylindrical tower, standing 11 meters tall, guides northbound vessels past Amherstburg. It features a black vertical stripe and an inverted triangular slatted daymark. The light emits a single red flash and is positioned 12 meters above sea level. The station was established in 1866. Visitors can access the site, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: The Limekiln Crossing Range Rear light is part of a range system designed to steer ships safely through the waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Amherstburg
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Guides northbound vessels past Amherstburg, located on Front Road North in Amhurstburg.
Latitude
42.1316°
Longitude
-83.1152°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Amherstburg(2.2 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe

Structure: round cylindrical white tower carrying an inverted triangular slatted daymark, painted orange with a black vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Limekiln Crossing 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 Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Amherstburg at 2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Grosse Ile (3 NM SSW), GIBRALTAR (3.9 NM WSW), PANTHER (4.9 NM NNW), LAKE ERIE METRO PARK (5.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Limekiln Crossing 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 Limekiln Crossing Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Limekiln Crossing 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.