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Berry Head Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Tor Bay, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Berry Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Berry Head (Tor Bay)

The current Berry Head Lighthouse, a 5.5-meter square wooden tower painted white, was constructed in 1985. It stands 12.5 meters above sea level and emits a white flash. This structure replaced an earlier lighthouse from 1951, which in turn succeeded the original station built in 1876. The lighthouse is situated on a headland at the western entrance to Tor Bay, Nova Scotia. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the headland at the western entrance to Tor Bay, aiding safe passage into the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
12.5m
Geographic Range
11.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

Significant events: Original lighthouse replaced in 1951, current structure built in 1985

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square tower with lantern rising from a small wood fog signal building, painted white

Location

City
Tor Bay
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
headland at the western entrance to Tor Bay
Latitude
45.1914°
Longitude
-61.3112°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Guysborough(14.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H3484
NGA No.
9628
ARLHS No.
CAN-033
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Berry Head Lighthouse at night?+
Berry Head displays the characteristic F White. 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 Berry Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Berry Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guysborough at 14.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Canso (15.7 NM ENE), Country Harbour (17.2 NM W), Stormont (17.9 NM W), Arichat (23.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Berry Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Berry Head 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 Berry Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Berry Head 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.