Managing Organization:
Canadian Coast Guard
Tower Height: 35
Height of Focal Plane: 120
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every 3 seconds, visible for 13 nautical miles.
Description of Tower: White cylindrical tower, two red horizontal bands.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1842
Date Present Tower Built: 1966
Date Automated: 1960
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? Grounds only.
Directions:
From Route 4 in East Havre Boucher, a small lane leads to the light. Walking, rather than driving, down the lane is recommended; it's about a mile to the light.
Mapquest URL: Click here to get a map to this lighthouse!
Keepers: George McKay (1842-1881)
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