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Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse

First lit in 1947, this square pyramidal steel tower stands 16 meters tall and is painted white. It serves as the rear range light for the Rondeau entrance channel, positioned across from the east pier light. The structure, reaching a focal height of 18 meters, emits a green flashing light. Its geographic range extends to 12.7 nautical miles. The tower itself does not feature a lantern. The site is open to visitors, though the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This light functions as the rear component of a range system, working with a front light to establish a precise alignment for vessels navigating the Rondeau entrance channel. This alignment is critical for safe passage into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1947

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
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal steel tower, painted white; no lantern

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located in the Rondeau entrance channel, directly across from the east pier light.
Latitude
42.2573°
Longitude
-81.9083°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Leamington(33.9 km)
USCG No.
I-0593
ARLHS No.
CAN-1339
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear displays the characteristic F Green. 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 Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Erieau at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include PORT GLASGOW & (20 NM NE), Lakeshore (23.5 NM WNW), LUKEN INC (23.8 NM W), Leamington (33.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear 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 Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rondeau West Breakwater Range Rear 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.