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Green Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Chebogue Point, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Green Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Green Island (Chebogue Point)

The lighthouse on Green Island, Nova Scotia, is a 6-meter-tall cylindrical white tower built in 1964. It rises from a corner of a one-story fog signal building, which was originally established as a fog signal station in 1919. The focal height of the light is 25 meters, and it projects a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 14.3 nautical miles. This structure replaced the earlier fog signal station to provide a visual aid. Although the lighthouse became inactive in 2014 when its lantern room was removed, a new light was erected on a metal tower the same year. The original lighthouse structure is now considered endangered.

Why it matters: The Green Island lighthouse is important for marking a small island located about 10 km south of Cape Forchu, which could pose a hazard to shipping in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1964
Heritage Status
Endangered

Significant events: fog signal station established 1919, lighthouse built 1964, inactive since 2014, lantern room removed March 2014, new light erected on metal tower March 2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yarmouth(8.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-212

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical tower rising from one corner of a 1-story fog signal building

Location

City
Chebogue Point
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
small island about 10 km (6 mi) south of Cape Forchu; Nova Scotia, Canada
Latitude
43.6905°
Longitude
-66.1429°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Green Island Lighthouse at night?+
Green Island displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Green Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Green Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yarmouth at 8.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Lower Argyle (13.7 NM E), Lower east pubnico (16.6 NM ESE), Lower Woods Harbour (20.6 NM ESE), Shag harbour (22.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Green Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Green 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 Green Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Green 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.