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Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Owen Sound, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse

A square skeletal mast constructed from steel, measuring 23 meters in height, commenced operations in 1851. The original structure underwent replacement in 1883, followed by another in 1909. This latter mast was lost to fire in 1915 and subsequently rebuilt. The mast supports a trapezoidal daymark, which is colored white with a singular red vertical band. Its green light exhibits a flash characteristic of F G, offering a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles. Public access is permitted to the site, though the tower remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: This range light aids vessels in precisely following a safe channel into Owen Sound, a primary harbor on Georgian Bay. Its steady green light, paired with a front light, assists mariners in aligning their ships, thereby avoiding collisions and facilitating smooth passage into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1851

Significant events: Replaced in 1883, replaced in 1909, destroyed by fire in 1915

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal mast, carrying a trapezoidal daymark painted white with a red vertical stripe

Location

City
Owen Sound
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Owen Sound, marking a range line
Latitude
44.5753°
Longitude
-80.9419°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Owen Sound(0.9 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-784
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Owen Sound 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 Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Owen Sound at 0.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Wiarton (13.2 NM NW), Meaford (14.7 NM E), Thornbury (21.1 NM E), Hanover (26.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Owen Sound 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 Owen Sound Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Owen Sound 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.