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Egg Island Lighthouse

L White 8s🇨🇦Clam Bay, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Egg Island Lighthouse

Also known as: #Egg Island

An octagonal wooden tower was first established on Egg Island in 1865. This original structure was replaced after being damaged by fire. The current operational station features a square pyramidal steel skeletal tower, painted white, standing 14.5 meters tall and 7.5 meters above sea level. It was first lit in 1962 and emits a single white flash every 8 seconds. The tower was demolished in 2016 and replaced by a new tower of similar design. Egg Island is a rocky island located about 8 kilometers southeast of Owl's Head.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the hazardous rocky island it occupies, providing guidance for vessels navigating the coastal waters southeast of Owl's Head.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 8s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
L Fl W 8s
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1962
First Lit
1865

Significant events: original lighthouse damaged by fire and replaced, lantern removed in 1970, 1962 tower demolished in 2016, replaced by new tower in 2016

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sheet Harbour(17.3 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-168

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal steel skeletal tower with an enclosed square central cylinder, all painted white; very similar to the Jeddore Rock Light shown at right

Location

City
Clam Bay
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
rocky island about 8 km southeast of Owl's Head
Latitude
44.6647°
Longitude
-62.8642°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Egg Island Lighthouse at night?+
Egg Island displays the characteristic L White 8s. 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 Egg Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Egg Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Musquodoboit Harbour at 13.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Sheet Harbour (21.4 NM NE), Minesville (21.5 NM W), Beaver Harbour (24.4 NM ENE), Halifax (30.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Egg Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Egg 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 Egg Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Egg 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.