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Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Mississauga, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse

The Port Credit Inner Channel lighthouse is a square pyramidal tower constructed of concrete, standing 16 meters tall. It features white paint with red trim and is illuminated by a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 13 nautical miles. Raised on four concrete pillars, this 1991 structure is attached to the office of the Port Credit Business Association. It was built as a replica of the 1882 Port Credit lighthouse and is integrated into the Credit Village Marina development. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: As a replica of the original 1882 lighthouse, it preserves a visual link to the area's maritime heritage and enhances the waterfront's appeal within the Credit Village Marina.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1991

Significant events: Built in 1991 as a replica of the 1882 Port Credit lighthouse, integrated into the Credit Village Marina development

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal tower with an open lantern, raised on four concrete pillars, attached to the office of the Port Credit Business Association

Location

City
Mississauga
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located on the south side of the Credit River a short distance from Lake Ontario, at Front Street and Lakeshore Road in Mississauga
Latitude
43.5503°
Longitude
-79.5867°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Credit(0.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-642
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse at night?+
Port Credit Inner Channel displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Credit at 1.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Mississauga (2.8 NM NE), Clarkson (3.8 NM SSW), ETOBICOKE (4 NM NE), Oakville (7.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Credit Inner Channel 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 Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Credit Inner Channel 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.