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Cape St. Mary'S Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇦Western Nova Scotia, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape St. Mary'S Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white rectangular tower topped with red, reaching a height of 32 meters. Its focal plane sits 31.5 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. The light emits a white flash, and a foghorn sounds one blast every 60 seconds, with the blast lasting 4 seconds followed by 56 seconds of silence. The structure is located in Western Nova Scotia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
31.5m
Geographic Range
13NM

Location

City
Western Nova Scotia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
44.0857°
Longitude
-66.2110°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White rectangular tower, red top; 30. Horn: 1bl. ev. 60s (bl. 4s, si. 56s)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H3848
NGA No.
10792
Wikidata
Q45324387 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape St. Mary'S Lighthouse at night?+
Cape St. Mary'S 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 St. Mary'S Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape St. Mary'S Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yarmouth at 15.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Weymouth (23 NM NNE), Lower Argyle (26.7 NM SE), Lower east pubnico (34.2 NM SSE), Digby (37.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape St. Mary'S Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape St. Mary'S 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 St. Mary'S Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape St. Mary'S 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.