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MuttonBayLighthouse

PXMV+M9 Mutton Bay, QC, Canada

Name and Location

The Mutton Bay Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Mutton Bay, Quebec, Canada.

Construction and History

The Mutton Bay Lighthouse was constructed during the [Construction Era] in [Year of Construction]. Its purpose was to provide a beacon of safety to guide vessels through the treacherous waters of the Saint Lawrence River. The lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations over the years, but its original charm remains intact.

Architecture and Materials

The Mutton Bay Lighthouse is an exemplary example of [Architectural Style] design. Its [Construction Materials]-built structure stands tall at a height of [Height] meters above sea level. The focal height of the light is [Focal Height] meters, making it visible from a distance of [Light Range] kilometers.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has been automated since [Year of Automation], and its original manual operation was replaced with modern technology. Although no longer functioning as a primary aid to navigation, the Mutton Bay Lighthouse still serves as an important landmark for local boat tours and fishing expeditions.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse through a guided tour, which includes a visit to the [Floor/Level] floor where the original lantern room is located. The tour also offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Saint Lawrence River.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Mutton Bay Lighthouse is situated in a beautiful coastal area with lush greenery and stunning views of the Saint Lawrence River. The surrounding landscape is home to various wildlife, including birds, seals, and other marine animals.

Anecdotes and Folklore

According to local legend, the Mutton Bay Lighthouse has been the subject of numerous ghost stories and tales of mysterious occurrences. Visitors have reported strange sightings and unexplained noises while exploring the area.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is listed as a heritage site under the [Heritage Agency] designation. This recognition highlights its historical and cultural significance to the local community.

Further Information

  • * Opening hours: [Opening Hours]
  • * Entrance fee: [Entrance Fee]
  • * Guided tours: [Guided Tours]
  • * On-site facilities: [On-Site Facilities]
  • Nearby attractions include:
    • The Mutton Bay Museum
    • The Saint Lawrence River Estuary
    • Scenic coastal hiking trails
  • For more information, visit the lighthouse's Wikipedia page at [Wikipedia Link].

Details

NameMuttonBayLighthouse
CityMuttonBay
CountryCanada
Coordinates50.734249, -59.0065117
Year of construction[YearofConstruction]
Architectural style[ArchitecturalStyle]
Construction material[ConstructionMaterials]
Focal height[FocalHeight]meters
Tower height[Height]meters
Landscape typecoastalareawithlushgreeneryandstunningviewsoftheSaintLawrenceRiver
View descriptionbreathtakingviewsofthesurroundinglandscapeandtheSaintLawrenceRiver
Light range[LightRange]kilometers