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Grand Passage Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦Westport, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Grand Passage Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical concrete tower with a red lantern stands 8.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 14.5 meters above sea level. It was built in 1965 and first lit in 1901. The lighthouse is situated at the north point of Brier Island, marking the northwestern entrance to the Grand Passage, which separates Brier Island from Long Island. The structure is mounted on a corner of a one-story fog signal building. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northwestern entrance to the Grand Passage and was designated a Heritage Lighthouse in 2021.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14.5m
Geographic Range
11.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965
First Lit
1901
Heritage Status
Heritage Lighthouse (2021)

Significant events: station established 1901, present lighthouse built 1965, original lighthouse demolished 1968, designated Heritage Lighthouse 2021, ownership transferred to Municipality of Digby 2023

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a corner of a 1-story square fog signal building

Location

City
Westport
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
marks the northwestern entrance into the Grand Passage, which separates Brier Island from Long Island. Located at the north point of Brier Island, at the end of a gravel road off Water Street in Westport. The island is accessible by ferries on NS 217 from Digby Neck.
Latitude
44.2870°
Longitude
-66.3420°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Meteghan(9.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H3874
NGA No.
10852
ARLHS No.
CAN-206
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Grand Passage Lighthouse at night?+
Grand Passage displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Grand Passage Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Grand Passage Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weymouth at 16.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Yarmouth (28.9 NM SSE), Digby (31.6 NM NE), Grand Manan (31.6 NM NW), Lower Argyle (39.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Grand Passage Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Grand Passage 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 Grand Passage Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Grand Passage 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.