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Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇨🇦Anticosti Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse

The Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse, built in 1914, is a hexagonal concrete tower standing 9 meters tall. Its structure features buttressing at the corners, supporting a lantern and gallery. The focal height of the light is 13 meters, and it emits a green flash every 6 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on Pointe de Natashquan, Quebec, near Anticosti Island, and its nearest port is Havre-Saint-Pierre, 40.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was important for coastal navigation in the Quebec region, particularly for vessels near the Natashquan area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
13m
Light Range
5NM (9.3 km)
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Havre-Saint-Pierre(40.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H1912
NGA No.
3004
ARLHS No.
CAN-336

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal concrete tower, buttressed at the corners, with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Anticosti Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Pointe de Natashquan, Canada
Latitude
49.7313°
Longitude
-62.9424°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 13 meters and a nominal range of 5 nautical miles (approximately 9.3 km), Pointe de Natashquan is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. As a shorter-range light, it primarily serves nearshore and coastal traffic.
How do mariners identify Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de Natashquan 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 Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Baie-Johan-Beetz at 34.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Havre-Saint-Pierre (39.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de Natashquan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de Natashquan 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 de Natashquan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de Natashquan 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.