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South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Tehkummah Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse

This 8-meter square pyramidal wood tower was built in 1898 and first lit the same year. It features a lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim and a distinctive red vertical stripe that aligns with the range line. The rear range light is situated on private property across the harbor from its front counterpart, just west of the ferry terminal. Its focal height is 14 meters, and it emits a continuous green light visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is maintained by the Canadian Coast Guard.

Why it matters: This range rear light is essential for guiding vessels, including the local ferry, through the precise channel into South Baymouth harbor, preventing groundings or collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1898

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mindemoya(13.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-592

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim and a red vertical stripe on the range line
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim and a red vertical stripe on the range line

Location

City
Tehkummah Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located on private property across the harbor from the front range light and just west of the ferry terminal.
Latitude
45.5598°
Longitude
-82.0124°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
South Baymouth 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 South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mindemoya at 12.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Little Current (25.6 NM N), Gore Bay (28.6 NM NW), Killarney (32.1 NM NE), Spragge (47.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, South Baymouth 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 South Baymouth Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near South Baymouth 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.