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Cape Pine Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇦Southeastern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Pine Lighthouse

The white cylindrical tower at Cape Pine stands 18 meters tall and features red banding. It was established in 1851 and has served navigation since that year. The associated light offers a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. A foghorn at the station emits a single 4-second blast every 60 seconds, with 56 seconds of silence. The structure is recognized as a federal heritage building of Canada.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is recognized as a federal heritage building of Canada, highlighting its historical significance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
96m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1851
Heritage Status
recognized federal heritage building of Canada

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0440
NGA No.
H 0440
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red banded; 60. Horn: 1bl. ev. 60s (bl. 4s, si. 56s)

Location

City
Southeastern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.6151°
Longitude
-53.5295°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Pine Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Pine displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cape Pine Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Pine Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Shotts at 3.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Trepassey (9.7 NM NE), Saint-Marys (18.2 NM N), Argentia (45.4 NM NNW), Holyrood (48.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Pine Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Pine 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 Pine Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Pine 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.