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Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇨🇦Saint-Jean-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse

A square skeletal mast carrying a red slatted daymark guides mariners on the Saint Lawrence River near Quebec, Canada. This steel structure stands 9.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 11 meters above the water. It emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The site surrounding the lighthouse is accessible to the public, although the tower itself remains closed. It is located in the Saint-Jean d'Orléans region, east of Île d'Orléans.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding commercial and recreational vessels through the Saint Lawrence River, particularly around the eastern end of Île d'Orléans, helping mariners identify the safe channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Saint-Jean-de-l'Île-d'Orléans
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Saint-Jean d'Orléans, Île d'Orléans, Saint Lawrence River, Quebec, Canada
Latitude
46.9156°
Longitude
-70.8963°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(13.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H2282
NGA No.
3848
ARLHS No.
CAN-1135

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal mast carrying a red slatted daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse at night?+
Saint-Jean d'Orléans displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sainte-Famille at 4.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Château-Richer (5.8 NM WNW), Lévis (13.1 NM WSW), Quebec (14.4 NM WSW), Montmagny (14.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saint-Jean d'Orléans 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 Saint-Jean d'Orléans Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saint-Jean d'Orléans 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.