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Coffin Island Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Beach Meadows, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Coffin Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Coffin Island (Liverpool)

A 16-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower painted white stands at the southeast point of Coffin Island, marking the entrance to Liverpool Harbour. The current structure, built in 2006, replaced a lighthouse that had been endangered by beach erosion. The original station was established in 1815. The 1914 lighthouse, which had been scheduled for demolition in 1998, was ultimately torn down in 2006 due to coastal erosion. A shore protection project undertaken in an effort to save the earlier structure was unsuccessful. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds, with a focal height of 18.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.8 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The current light ensures continued safe navigation into Liverpool Harbour, guiding vessels past the island's southeast point. Its history reflects the challenges of coastal erosion and community efforts to preserve earlier navigational aids.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
18.5m
Geographic Range
12.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006
First Lit
1815

Significant events: Station established 1815, 1914 lighthouse endangered by beach erosion, 1914 lighthouse scheduled for demolition in 1998, demolition postponed by Coffin Island Lighthouse Heritage Society, $70,000 shore protection project failed, 1914 lighthouse demolished in 2006, replaced by new fiberglass tower in 2006

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern is red

Location

City
Beach Meadows
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
at the southeast point of Coffin Island, in the mouth of Liverpool Harbour
Latitude
44.0343°
Longitude
-64.6285°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brooklyn(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
H3735
NGA No.
10235
ARLHS No.
CAN-142
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Coffin Island Lighthouse at night?+
Coffin Island displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Coffin Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Coffin Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brooklyn at 0.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Liverpool (0.9 NM W), Port Medway (6.2 NM NNE), La Have (19.2 NM NE), Pleasantville (19.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Coffin Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Coffin 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 Coffin Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Coffin 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.