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Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical cast iron tower, 7 meters in height, was erected in 1905. It features horizontal black and white bands, a lantern, and a gallery. The structure's focal height reaches 38 meters. Its light characteristic is a white flash every 6 seconds (Fl W 6s), with a geographic range of 16.7 nautical miles. A solar-powered lens is installed. Public access is permitted to the site, but not the tower.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the northern approach to the Strait of Belle Isle, assisting vessels bound for Battle Harbour and the eastern part of Labrador.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1905

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal black and white bands
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery; solar-powered lens

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
on an island just off the Labrador coast at the northern entrance to the Strait of Belle Isle, marking the approaches to Battle Harbour and the easternmost land of Labrador.
Latitude
52.2551°
Longitude
-55.5537°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint Anthony(53.5 km)
Admiralty No.
H0092
NGA No.
0968
ARLHS No.
CAN-681
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Mary's Harbour at 10.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Williams Harbour (19.6 NM NNW), Iona (26.3 NM NNW), Red Bay (44.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses 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 Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses 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.