Name and Location

The Cap Rouge Lighthouse is located at 47GX+26 Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues, QC, Canada, and its official name is Cap Rouge. Its location at 47.12506° N latitude and -70.7019282° W longitude makes it a critical aid to navigation in the region.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, no specific information about the lighthouse's construction era or architect is available. However, it is likely that the lighthouse was built during the 19th or early 20th century to serve the growing maritime trade in the region.

Architecture and Materials

The Cap Rouge Lighthouse is a modest structure with a height of approximately 32 meters (105 feet). While the exact construction materials are not known, it likely features a white or cream-colored tower with a conical shape, typical of many lighthouses in the region. The foundation and any surrounding buildings may be made from local stone or concrete.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with a yellow light characteristic of the Fl(3)W.15s pattern, which consists of three flashes every 15 seconds. This unique pattern helps mariners quickly identify the Cap Rouge Lighthouse amidst the darkness.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the Cap Rouge Lighthouse by driving to Saint-Antoine-de-l'Isle-aux-Grues and following the signs to the nearby park or nature reserve. Unfortunately, no guided tours or on-site facilities are available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Cap Rouge Lighthouse sits amidst a picturesque landscape of rolling hills, forests, and the St. Lawrence River. The surrounding area is home to various wildlife species, including birds, deer, and other small animals.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable anecdotes or folklore are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

As of now, it appears that the Cap Rouge Lighthouse has been automated, with no information available on its manual operation history. Although the lighthouse is not currently in use for navigation purposes, it remains an important part of Canadian maritime heritage.

Further Information

• NRCan-CanVec-7.0 - National Resources Canada's CanVec 7.0 dataset provides detailed information on the country's natural resources, including the Cap Rouge Lighthouse.