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Derby Point Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇨🇦Grand Narrows, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Derby Point Lighthouse

This skeletal steel tower stands 7 meters tall at Derby Point, Nova Scotia. Its red structure is distinguished by a white horizontal band, and it carries a daymark of the same colors. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 16 meters, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Nearby Iona is the closest port, located 1.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels around Derby Point, likely marking a hazard or a key channel in the coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Grand Narrows
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Coastal waters of Canada at Derby Point
Latitude
45.9395°
Longitude
-60.8011°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Iona(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
H0822
NGA No.
9056
ARLHS No.
CAN-1196

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower with enclosed lower portion, carrying a daymark colored red with a white horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Derby Point Lighthouse at night?+
Derby Point displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Derby Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Derby Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Baddeck at 8.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Saint-Peters (17.6 NM S), Neil's Harbour (21.4 NM NNE), Mabou (25.5 NM WNW), Arichat (26.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Derby Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Derby 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 Derby Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Derby 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.