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Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇧🇸South Eleuthera, BSOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse

A skeletal steel mast 9 meters tall guides vessels into Governor's Harbour. With a focal height of 12 meters, it emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. This lighthouse is situated on the central west coast of Eleuthera, marking the entrance to the harbor at South Eleuthera. The site is accessible to the public, offering views of the harbor and surrounding waters. Its operational status ensures continuous guidance for maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic entering Governor's Harbour, a key gateway for Eleuthera due to its role as the district seat and location of the island's airport. Its light marks the harbor entrance, ensuring safe passage for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
South Eleuthera
Country
🇧🇸Bahamas
Sea Region
Governor's Harbour, on the central west coast of Eleuthera, marking the harbor entrance.
Latitude
24.6153°
Longitude
-76.1461°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Little San Salvador(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
J4692
NGA No.
12160
ARLHS No.
BAH-013

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal mast

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour 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 Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Little San Salvador at 12.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Cape Eleuthera (16.4 NM NW), Rock Sound (17.3 NM N), The Bight (44.5 NM ESE), Bock Cay (48 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cupid Cay (Governor's 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 Cupid Cay (Governor's Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cupid Cay (Governor's 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.