Name and Location

The Phare de Port-Daniel-Gascons, also known as West Point Lighthouse, is located in the heart of the Gaspé Peninsula, Quebec, Canada.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1916. It has been guiding mariners since its construction, initially manually operated before being automated in the mid-20th century.

Architecture and Materials

The Phare de Port-Daniel-Gascons features a distinctive white tower standing at 20 meters (66 feet) tall with a flashing white light that can be seen for up to 20 kilometers (12 miles).

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse was initially manually operated, but it was automated in the mid-20th century. Today, its light is powered by electricity and is part of the Canadian Coast Guard's aids-to-navigation system.

Accessibility and Visiting

While no longer a functioning aid to navigation, the Phare de Port-Daniel-Gascons has been preserved as a historic monument. Visitors can explore the lighthouse's museum, which showcases its rich history and maritime heritage. The site is open to the public during the summer months at 5322+G3 Port-Daniel-Centre, QC, Canada.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse's tower offers breathtaking views of Chaleur Bay, the Gaspé Peninsula, and the surrounding coastal landscape.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's light is powered by electricity and is part of the Canadian Coast Guard's aids-to-navigation system. It was initially manually operated before being automated in the mid-20th century.

Further Information

For more information on the Phare de Port-Daniel-Gascons, please consult "Lighthouses of Canada" by the Canadian Coast Guard or "Historic Lighthouses of Quebec" by Parks Canada.