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Burnt Point Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇦Seldom-Little Seldom, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Burnt Point Lighthouse

A gray metallic cylindrical steel tower, 9 meters tall, marks Burnt Point. This structure, built in 1990, stands 13 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every six seconds. It replaced a 1950s lighthouse that was part of a fog signal building, which was demolished when the current tower was erected. The station was first established in 1905. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located on a point of land that defines the eastern side of the entrance to Seldom Harbour.

Why it matters: Burnt Point Lighthouse is important for vessels entering Seldom Harbour, a fishing community on the south side of Fogo Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1990

Significant events: Station established 1905, previous lighthouse (1950s) demolished 1990, current lighthouse built 1990

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
gray metallic
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Seldom-Little Seldom
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
on a point of land marking the east side of the entrance to Seldom Harbour, on the south side of Fogo Island
Latitude
49.6011°
Longitude
-54.1584°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seldom(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-677
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Burnt Point Lighthouse at night?+
Burnt Point 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 Burnt Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Burnt Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seldom at 0.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Fogo (8.5 NM NW), Change Islands (10.8 NM WNW), Carmanville (14.7 NM SSW), Twillingate (23.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Burnt Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Burnt 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 Burnt Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Burnt 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.