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Annapolis Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦Annapolis Royal, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Annapolis Lighthouse

Also known as: Annapolis (Annapolis Royal)

Built in 1889, the Annapolis lighthouse is a square pyramidal wood tower standing 8.5 meters tall. Painted white with red trim, its lantern is red, and it emits a fixed red light. The tower's focal height reaches 9 meters, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. This structure is situated at the end of St. George Street on the waterfront of Annapolis Royal. The local historical association purchased the lighthouse in 2004, and it received $40,000 from the National Trust Lighthouse Matters competition in 2015, leading to its restoration in 2016. The site is open to the public, though the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is a cherished landmark, recognized for its cultural fabric and adaptive reuse as a visitor center for the historic town of Annapolis Royal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1889

Significant events: local historical association purchased the lighthouse in 2004, won $40,000 in the National Trust Lighthouse Matters competition in 2015, restoration in 2016

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim; lantern is red

Location

City
Annapolis Royal
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
waterfront of Annapolis Royal, at the end of St. George Street (NS 8)
Latitude
44.7442°
Longitude
-65.5196°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Digby(12.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H3908
ARLHS No.
CAN-013
Wikidata
Q57732103 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Annapolis Lighthouse at night?+
Annapolis displays the characteristic F Red. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Annapolis Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Annapolis Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Digby at 13 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Weymouth (28 NM SW), Canaport (33.7 NM NW), Hibernia (33.7 NM SE), Saint-John (39 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Annapolis Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Annapolis Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Annapolis Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Annapolis Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.