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Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1928, stands 7.5 meters tall. It features a white exterior with a red lantern and gallery. The lighthouse rises from the center of a one-story concrete fog signal building. It is situated at the southern end of the west breakwater, marking the entrance to the Welland Canal in Port Colborne. Its light is visible for 10.7 nautical miles, emitting a fixed red signal.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels entering and exiting the Welland Canal from Lake Erie, preventing groundings on the breakwater and ensuring safe commerce. A local group actively supports its preservation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1928

Significant events: Friends of Port Colborne Lighthouses raises funds for preservation, tours available during Canal Days in early August

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Colborne(0.4 km)
USCG No.
7-6755
ARLHS No.
CAN-765

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the center of a 1-story concrete fog signal building

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
southern entrance to the Welland Canal, at the south end of the T-shaped west breakwater at the canal entrance in Port Colborne
Latitude
42.8627°
Longitude
-79.2548°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse at night?+
Port Colborne Outer 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 Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Colborne at 1.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Colborne (1.3 NM N), Welland (8.2 NM N), Lowbanks (9.6 NM W), NIAGARA PARKS (13.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Colborne Outer 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 Port Colborne Outer Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Colborne Outer 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.