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Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse

F R 3s🇨🇦Western Prince Edward Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse

This red, square tower stands 9 meters tall, with its focal height also at 9 meters. The structure serves as a red beacon, and it features a red square daymark. It is operational and emits a fixed red light.

Why it matters: This light has a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Western Prince Edward Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.3954°
Longitude
-63.8043°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: Red beacon, red square daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H1049
NGA No.
8830
Wikidata
Q107170693 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Summerside Outer Range Front displays the characteristic F R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 seconds. 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 Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Summerside at 0.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Borden (9.7 NM SSE), Cape Tormentine (15.8 NM S), Port Elgin (24.6 NM SSW), Charlottetown (29.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Summerside Outer 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 Summerside Outer Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Summerside Outer 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.