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Pointe de Lameque Lighthouse

42 DOLOR Ln, Shippagan, NB E8T 3G7, Canada

Name and Location

The Pointe de Lameque Lighthouse stands tall at an impressive 9 meters (29.5 feet) above sea level, located on the picturesque Île-de-Lamèque, off the coast of New Brunswick, Canada.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the available data does not provide information on the lighthouse's year of construction or architectural style. However, it is known that Pointe de Lameque Lighthouse is categorized as a "lower" order light, indicating its importance in providing general guidance rather than specific warnings for navigators.

Architecture and Materials

No information available on architecture and materials.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of Fl (3) W 15s, indicating its flash pattern and duration. This beacon plays a crucial role in guiding vessels safely into and out of the nearby waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

The exact location is at -64.7035875 latitude and 47.8126378 longitude. While information on public accessibility is not readily available, it is possible that visitors can reach the lighthouse through the surrounding area's scenic trails or coastal routes.

Notable Views and Landscape

Île-de-Lamèque, where the lighthouse is situated, offers stunning natural beauty, including beaches, forests, and wetlands. Visitors can enjoy exploring the island's scenic trails, birdwatching, or simply taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No information available on anecdotes and folklore.

Technical and Operational Details

No information available on technical and operational details.

Further Information

For further information on this historic lighthouse, please consult the National Archives of Canada or other relevant sources.

Details

NamePointe de Lameque Lighthouse
CityShippagan
CountryCanada
Coordinates47.8126378, -64.7035875
Focal height29.5
Tower height9
Access descriptionthrough the surrounding area's scenic trails or coastal routes
Landscape typeisland
View descriptionstunning natural beauty, including beaches, forests, and wetlands
Facilitiestoilets, gift shop
Nearby attractionsNational Archives of Canada, other relevant sources
Light characteristicFl (3) W 15s
Light range7.5
Automatedtrue