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Cape d'Or Lighthouse

Fl White 9s🇨🇦Advocate Harbour, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape d'Or Lighthouse

This square pyramidal concrete tower, standing 9 meters tall, was built in 1965. It is mounted on a 1-story fog signal building at one corner. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 9 seconds, with a focal height of 24 meters. Its geographic range extends to 14.1 nautical miles. The structure is located near Advocate Harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada, with Parrsboro being the nearest port approximately 20 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the Cape d'Or headland, a critical navigational point in a region known for extreme tidal currents and challenging visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl W 9s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Parrsboro(20.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H3938
ARLHS No.
CAN-095

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, mounted at one corner of a 1-story fog signal building

Location

City
Advocate Harbour
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Latitude
45.2910°
Longitude
-64.7740°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape d'Or Lighthouse at night?+
Cape d'Or displays the characteristic Fl White 9s. 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 Cape d'Or Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape d'Or Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Parrsboro at 19.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Avonport (25 NM ESE), Walton (32.3 NM E), Windsor (32.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape d'Or Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape d'Or 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 Cape d'Or Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape d'Or 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.