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Richards Landing Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇨🇦St. Joseph Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Richards Landing Lighthouse

The Richards Landing Lighthouse, a square pyramidal tower, stands 7.5 meters high. Its lantern and gallery rail are red, contrasting with the white structure. It was first lit in 2009, replacing an earlier light on a warehouse roof and a subsequent post light from 1940. The current tower features a green light that flashes once every 5 seconds, visible for 9.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the wharf of the village of Richards Landing, on the north shore of St. Joseph Island, near Sault-Sainte-Marie.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a modern navigational aid for vessels approaching the Richards Landing wharf. Its construction was the result of a community campaign and significant local funding, symbolizing collective effort.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
8.5m
Geographic Range
9.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Significant events: Original light on warehouse roof, replaced by post light in 1940, campaign for new lighthouse started by Ray Stortini in 2004, activated May 30 2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sault-Sainte-Marie(18.6 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red lantern and gallery rail

Structure: square pyramidal tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
St. Joseph Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
On the wharf at Richards Landing, a village on the north shore of St. Joseph Island
Latitude
46.2949°
Longitude
-84.0366°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Richards Landing Lighthouse at night?+
Richards Landing displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Richards Landing Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Richards Landing Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sault-Sainte-Marie at 17.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Sault Sainte Marie (17.9 NM NW), De Tour Village (19 NM SSE), DRUMMOND ISLAND (19.6 NM SSE), THESSALON MUNICIPAL (20.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Richards Landing Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Richards Landing 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 Richards Landing Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Richards Landing 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.