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Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦The Archipelago Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse

A square pyramidal wood tower, 11 meters tall, was built in 1889 to serve as the Pointe au Baril Range Front light. It features red trim and is topped with a lantern and gallery, attached to a one-story keeper's dwelling. The focal height of the light is 13 meters, and it emits a continuous red light. This structure replaced a simple barrel on a pole that had previously marked the entrance to the inlet. The lighthouse remains operational and has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into the narrow inlet leading to the resort village of Pointe au Baril. Its continuous red light clearly delineates the safe approach for boaters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1889

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Britt(13.0 km)
USCG No.
I-942
ARLHS No.
CAN-393

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story frame keeper's quarters

Location

City
The Archipelago Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located on the north side of the entrance to a narrow inlet leading to Pointe au Baril, a resort village about 11 km from the bay, approximately 65 km north of Parry Sound, off ON 69.
Latitude
45.5591°
Longitude
-80.5035°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe au Baril Range Front 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 Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Britt at 12.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Key Harbour (21.7 NM NNW), Parry Sound (24 NM SE), Burks Falls (44.5 NM E), Killarney (49 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe au Baril Range Front 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 Pointe au Baril Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe au Baril Range Front 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.