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Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse

F White/Green 3s🇨🇦Sainte-Croix, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse

The Sainte-Croix Range Rear light, established in 1899, consists of a 16-meter-tall square skeletal mast. This structure carries an orange slatted daymark with a vertical black stripe. The original lighthouse was replaced in 1935. This active light emits a continuous white or green beam, with its color depending on the vessel's approach direction. It is situated on the north side of Quebec's Route 132, southeast of the front light, and has a geographic range of 22 nautical miles.

Why it matters: As a range rear light, Sainte-Croix works with its front counterpart to provide a precise line of approach. Its directional color-changing light offers critical guidance for vessels to maintain their course through specific channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Green 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F W/G
Focal Height
75m
Geographic Range
22NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1899

Significant events: Original lighthouse replaced 1935

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Portneuf(8.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H2340.1
NGA No.
4128
ARLHS No.
CAN-1172

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
orange with a vertical black stripe
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal mast carrying an orange slatted daymark with a vertical black stripe on the range line

Location

City
Sainte-Croix
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
North side of QC 132, southeast of the front light
Latitude
46.6253°
Longitude
-71.6933°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Sainte-Croix Range Rear displays the characteristic F White/Green 3s. 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin at 20.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Sillery (21.8 NM ENE), Quebec (22.7 NM ENE), Lévis (24.1 NM ENE), Kinnear's Mills (27.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sainte-Croix 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 Sainte-Croix Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sainte-Croix 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.