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Baccaro Point Lighthouse

Oc (3) White 10s🇨🇦East Baccaro, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Baccaro Point Lighthouse

The Baccaro Point Lighthouse, constructed in 1934, is a square pyramidal wood tower standing 13.5 meters tall. Its white-painted exterior contrasts with a red lantern. The light emits three white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The original structure was destroyed by fire in January 1934, with the current lighthouse built that same year. One of its keeper's houses was relocated in 1984. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. The station is located on the east side of Barrington Bay's entrance, south of the Clyde River.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern entrance to Barrington Bay, aiding passage for local fishing fleets and other vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Oc(3) W 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1934

Significant events: original lighthouse destroyed by fire in January 1934, one of the two keeper's houses relocated to Seal Point in 1984, Keepers of the Baccaro Light Association formed in 2015, lighthouse repainted by Association in 2016, Coast Guard repaired and repainted lantern in 2018

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

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

Location

City
East Baccaro
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
east side of the entrance to Barrington Bay, south of Clyde River, Nova Scotia
Latitude
43.4497°
Longitude
-65.4707°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Clark's harbour(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H3782
NGA No.
10484
ARLHS No.
CAN-015
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baccaro Point Lighthouse at night?+
Baccaro Point displays the characteristic Oc (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Baccaro Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baccaro Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stoney Island at 4.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Clark's Harbour (7.1 NM W), Barrington (8.2 NM NNW), Shag harbour (10.5 NM WNW), Lower Woods Harbour (12.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baccaro Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baccaro Point 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 Baccaro Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baccaro Point 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.