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Chebucto Head Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇨🇦Duncans Cove, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chebucto Head Lighthouse

Chebucto Head Lighthouse is situated atop a cliff at the western entrance to Halifax Harbour. The current octagonal concrete tower, painted white with a red lantern, stands 14 meters tall and was built in 1967. Its focal height reaches 49 meters, casting a white light with a single flash every 20 seconds for a geographic range of 18.5 nautical miles. The original station at this location was established in 1872. The lighthouse is located at the end of Duncan's Cove Road, near Duncans Cove, Nova Scotia. A foghorn also operates, sounding two blasts every 60 seconds.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding commercial and naval vessels entering and departing Halifax Harbour, particularly warning them about the western entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
49m
Geographic Range
18.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1967

Significant events: Station established 1872, Current tower built 1967

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Halifax(9.6 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-133

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; the lantern is painted red

Location

City
Duncans Cove
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Chebucto Head is the west entrance to Halifax Harbour. Located atop a cliff at the end of Duncan's Cove Road off NS 349.
Latitude
44.5074°
Longitude
-63.5228°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chebucto Head Lighthouse at night?+
Chebucto Head displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Chebucto Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chebucto Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bald Rock at 3.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Halifax (8.9 NM NNW), Prospect (11.4 NM WSW), Minesville (12.5 NM NNE), Bedford (14.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chebucto Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chebucto Head 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 Chebucto Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chebucto Head 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.