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Carbonear Island Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Carbonear Island Lighthouse

A skeletal tower stands 4.5 meters tall on Carbonear Island, off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. It carries a daymark colored red with a white horizontal band and supports a light with a focal height of 54 meters. The light displays a white flash every six seconds. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port of Carbonear is 2.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is important for guiding maritime traffic around Carbonear Island and into the approaches to Carbonear, Newfoundland, particularly for those utilizing the local fishing grounds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
19.3NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Located on Carbonear Island in Canada.
Latitude
47.7400°
Longitude
-53.1633°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Carbonear(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H0490
NGA No.
1752

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored red with a white horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Carbonear Island Lighthouse at night?+
Carbonear Island 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 Carbonear Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Carbonear Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Carbonear at 3.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Harbour Grace (4.9 NM SW), Spaniards Bay (9.2 NM SW), Coley's Point (10.3 NM SSW), Bay Roberts (10.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Carbonear Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Carbonear Island 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 Carbonear Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Carbonear Island 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.