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Paspébiac Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇨🇦Paspébiac, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Paspébiac Lighthouse

This Paspébiac lighthouse, a square skeletal mast made of steel, stands 7 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 10.5 meters, emitting a green flash every six seconds. The light has a geographic range of 10.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located in Paspébiac, Quebec, within Baie des Chaleurs, an area significant for fishing and maritime trade. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Paspébiac light aids vessels navigating Baie des Chaleurs, helping to mark the coastline and identify hazards within this historically active maritime zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
10.5m
Geographic Range
10.5NM

Location

City
Paspébiac
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Baie des Chaleurs, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada
Latitude
48.0186°
Longitude
-65.2574°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paspebiac(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H1665
NGA No.
7093
ARLHS No.
CAN-978

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal mast

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Paspébiac Lighthouse at night?+
Paspébiac displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 Paspébiac Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Paspébiac Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port-Daniel at 14.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Port-Daniel - Gascons (16.3 NM ENE), Caraquet (18.5 NM SE), Belledune (24.6 NM WSW), Beresford (26.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Paspébiac Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Paspébiac 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 Paspébiac Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Paspébiac 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.