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Covehead Harbour Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇦Eastern Prince Edward Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Covehead Harbour Lighthouse

This white square concrete tower stands 8.2 meters tall, with a red top section. It was built in 1967 and first lit the same year. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. Its light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles from a focal height of 10 meters.

Why it matters: The Covehead Harbour Lighthouse is recognized as a heritage lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1967
Heritage Status
heritage lighthouse

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H1150
NGA No.
7996
Wikidata
Q45324426 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.2m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White square tower, red top; 27

Location

City
Eastern Prince Edward Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.4300°
Longitude
-63.1432°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Covehead Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Covehead Harbour 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 Covehead Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Covehead Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Charlottetown at 11.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Borden (25.5 NM WSW), Montague (26.1 NM SE), Summerside (26.6 NM W), Georgetown (29.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Covehead Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Covehead Harbour 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 Covehead Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Covehead Harbour 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.