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Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse

🇨🇦Bonaventure, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse

Also known as: Pointe Bonaventure (relocated to Bonaventure River)

Constructed in 1902, the Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse is a square pyramidal tower made of wood, standing 7.5 meters tall. It is painted white with red trim, and its lantern room is red. The lighthouse is located at Pointe Bonaventure, Quebec, and its nearest port is Paspebiac, 9.1 kilometers away. While no longer operational, the structure remains accessible to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse served as a historical marker for coastal navigation, guiding local fishing fleets and commercial vessels through the waters around Pointe Bonaventure.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower painted white with red trim; lantern is red

Location

City
Bonaventure
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Pointe Bonaventure, Canada
Latitude
48.0356°
Longitude
-65.4828°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paspebiac(9.1 km)

Construction & History

Year Built
1902

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Belledune at 16.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Port-Daniel (21.9 NM ENE), Beresford (22.9 NM SSW), Port-Daniel - Gascons (24 NM ENE), Caraquet (26.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe Bonaventure Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe Bonaventure 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 Bonaventure Lighthouse?+
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