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Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦Unorganized Thunder Bay District, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse

The Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse was constructed in 1912 from concrete, standing 21.5 meters tall. Its hexagonal tower is distinguished by six flying buttresses, supporting a lantern and gallery. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 14.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the eastern end of Michipicoten Island, a large provincial park wilderness area in Lake Superior. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's unique hexagonal concrete tower with flying buttresses provides a distinct architectural profile on the Great Lakes. Its position guides vessels around the eastern approaches of Michipicoten Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
25.5m
Geographic Range
14.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912

Significant events: Original 3rd order Fresnel lens displayed at Coast Guard Base in Parry Sound

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21.5m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal concrete tower with six flying buttresses , lantern and gallery

Location

City
Unorganized Thunder Bay District
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located at the eastern end of Michipicoten Island, a large wilderness island in Lake Superior, 15 km south of the north shore and 65 km southwest of Wawa. The island is a provincial park.
Latitude
47.7493°
Longitude
-85.5943°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Michipicoten(30.5 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse at night?+
Michipicoten Island East End displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Michipicoten at 30.9 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Michipicoten Island East End 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 Michipicoten Island East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Michipicoten Island East End 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.