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Ouetique Island Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇨🇦River Bourgeois, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ouetique Island Lighthouse

A red and white horizontally banded, skeletal steel tower stands 8.5 meters tall on Ouetique Island. This triangular structure, carrying a daymark of red and white horizontal bands, has a focal height of 23 meters. It emits a single red flash every 4 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The tower's design prioritizes function and resilience in its coastal setting. The nearest port, Arichat, is 6.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light marks a specific channel or hazard around Ouetique Island, offering clear visual guidance for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

City
River Bourgeois
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Ouetique Island
Latitude
45.6096°
Longitude
-60.9574°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arichat(6.5 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1309
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ouetique Island Lighthouse at night?+
Ouetique Island displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 Ouetique Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ouetique Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Peters at 4.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Arichat (6.1 NM SSW), Canso (16.7 NM S), Port Hawkesbury (17.2 NM W), Point Tupper (17.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ouetique Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ouetique Island 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 Ouetique Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ouetique Island 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.