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Fox Point Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fox Point Lighthouse

This white quadrilateral tower, featuring red bands, stands 8 meters tall with a focal height of 27 meters. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has been operational since 2003, serving the Northwestern Newfoundland coast. Its distinctive red banding aids in visual identification. The structure itself is 33 in number.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0730
NGA No.
1068
Wikidata
Q106298966 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White quadrilateral tower, red banded; 33

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
51.3568°
Longitude
-55.5579°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fox Point Lighthouse at night?+
Fox Point displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Fox Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fox Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Anthony at 2.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Main Brook (20.1 NM WSW), Roddickton (37 NM SW), Red Bay (39.2 NM NW), L'Anse-au-Loup (48.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fox Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fox 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 Fox Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fox 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.