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Sand Point Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦McNab/Braeside, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sand Point Lighthouse

Constructed in 1909, the Sand Point Lighthouse stands as a square pyramidal wood tower, painted white, with a red lantern. It measures 7 meters in height and has a focal height of 7 meters. The lighthouse is situated at the end of a pier in the village of Sand Point, approximately 10 kilometers northwest of Arnprior on the Ottawa River. It emits a white flash, and its geographic range is 9.3 nautical miles. The lantern color was changed from green to red in 2016.

Why it matters: The Arnprior and District Historical Society sought historic monument status for the lighthouse in 2015, recognizing its unique structure and its role as the only surviving Ottawa River lighthouse accessible to the public.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1909

Significant events: Lantern color changed from green to red in 2016, Arnprior and District Historical Society asked Arnprior Township to take ownership and moved to have it recognized as a historic monument in 2015

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower, painted white; lantern painted red

Location

City
McNab/Braeside
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Ottawa River, at the end of the pier in the village of Sand Point, about 10 km northwest of Arnprior
Latitude
45.4885°
Longitude
-76.4356°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Prescott(61.1 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-769
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sand Point Lighthouse at night?+
Sand Point 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 Sand Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sand Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Ottawa at 31.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Orléans (38.1 NM E), Cumberland Bay (43.6 NM E), Westport (48.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sand Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sand Point 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 Sand Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sand Point 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.