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Church Point Lighthouse

🇨🇦Church Point, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Church Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Church Point (Pointe de l'Église) (replica)

The Church Point Lighthouse is a square pyramidal wood tower built in 2017. Standing 7.5 meters tall, it is painted white with red trim. The structure's lantern was also red. Though operational for a short period, its modern construction utilized traditional architectural elements. It is located near the community of Church Point and the nearest port is Meteghan, 8.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's modern wooden construction and brief operational life near Church Point highlight contemporary approaches to coastal navigation and specific local requirements.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower, painted white with red trim; the lantern was red

Location

City
Church Point
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Latitude
44.3317°
Longitude
-66.1242°

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Type
Name
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Construction & History

Year Built
2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Meteghan(8.3 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-138
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Church Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Church Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weymouth at 8.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Digby (23 NM NE), Yarmouth (30.1 NM S), Grand Manan (36.4 NM NW), Lower Argyle (38.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Church Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Church Point 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 Church Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Church Point 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.