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Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse

The Saint-Michel Range Front light is a 25-meter steel skeletal mast constructed in 2006. It features a trapezoidal daymark painted orange with a black vertical stripe. The structure supports a continuous white light with a focal height of 30 meters. This light has a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles. The station was first established in 1928, with the current mast replacing an earlier lighthouse. It is situated on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse, approximately 18 km east of Québec City.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for guiding vessels along specific channels of the St. Lawrence River, particularly when approaching or departing Québec City.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Significant events: Station established 1928, current tower built 2006, replacement of original lighthouse

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(11.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-994

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
orange with a black vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal mast carrying a trapezoidal daymark painted orange with a black vertical stripe

Location

City
Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
South shore of the St. Lawrence River in Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse, approximately 18 km east of Québec, marking a range line
Latitude
46.8753°
Longitude
-70.9167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Saint-Michel Range Front displays the characteristic F White. 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 Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sainte-Famille at 5.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Château-Richer (6.9 NM NW), Lévis (11.2 NM WSW), Quebec (12.8 NM WSW), Sillery (13.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saint-Michel Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saint-Michel Range Front 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-Michel Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saint-Michel Range Front 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.