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Pointe des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse

F Green 2s🇨🇦Deschambault-Grondines, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse

This white, square concrete structure, erected in 1904, is the front marker of a range. It features a square skeletal mast atop the original broad concrete base. The light produces a green signal with the characteristic F G, offering a geographic range of 11.7 nautical miles. It is positioned on a marshy point southwest of the rear marker. The site is accessible, though the tower itself is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This navigational marker assists vessels in maintaining a specific path through the waterway, aiding safe transit.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green 2s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
14.5m
Geographic Range
11.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1904

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal mast mounted on the large square concrete pier of the 1904 light

Location

City
Deschambault-Grondines
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
on a marshy point about 2.44 km (1.5 mi) southwest of the rear light
Latitude
46.5874°
Longitude
-72.0406°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portneuf(8.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H2362
NGA No.
4340
ARLHS No.
CAN-1144
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe des Grondines Range Front displays the characteristic F Green 2s. 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 des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bécancour at 22.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Saint-Tite (23.4 NM WNW), Trois-Rivieres (Three Rivers) (25.4 NM SW), Saint-Christophe-d'Arthabaska (33.7 NM S), Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin (34.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe des Grondines 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 des Grondines Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe des Grondines 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.