Visit the lighthouse

Climb to the top to admire the river in all its splendour! 

The 33-metre tall lighthouse provides a unique perspective on the St. Lawrence River. Nearly unique in Canada, the architecture of the Pointe-au-Père lighthouse is striking with its reinforced concrete tower supported by eight buttresses, its dioptric light and original interior staircase are still intact.

Visit the lighthouse with the family and memorialize yourselves with a portrait!


The following groups are strongly advised against visiting the lighthouse:

  • Children 8 years of age and under, whether accompanied by an adult or not;
  • People with specific medical conditions (heart problems, pressure and balance problems, vertigo or claustrophobia);
  • People who are impaired (alcohol, drugs or other);
  • People whose shoes are not suitable for climbing a ladder.

    • Thank you for your understanding.

    The Parks Canada team