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Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse

F G🇨🇦Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse

This range front light stands on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It emits a fixed green light from a focal height of 16 meters. The geographic range of this light is 6 nautical miles. It is an operational aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F G
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F.G.
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
6NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0782.1
NGA No.
8936

Location

City
Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.2880°
Longitude
-60.4170°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Great Bras D'Or Range Front displays the characteristic F G. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Neil's Harbour at 6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include North Sydney (8.1 NM ESE), Sydney (12.2 NM SE), Baddeck (18.5 NM SW), Glace Bay (19.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Great Bras D'Or Range Front 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 Great Bras D'Or Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Great Bras D'Or Range Front 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.