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Gregory Island Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇨🇦Cape George, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gregory Island Lighthouse

Gregory Island Lighthouse, built in 2013, is a square skeletal tower standing 10.5 meters tall. Its focal height is 11 meters, and it emits a green flash every four seconds. The tower carries green and white square daymarks, aiding navigation in the waters around Gregory Island. This modern navigational aid has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. It is located near Cape George, Nova Scotia, and its nearest port is Arichat, 15.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the waters around Gregory Island, Canada, ensuring safe passage for vessels in this specific area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arichat(15.1 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-215

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying green and white square daymarks

Location

City
Cape George
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Gregory Island, Canada
Latitude
45.7107°
Longitude
-60.8007°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gregory Island Lighthouse at night?+
Gregory Island displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Gregory Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gregory Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Peters at 4.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Arichat (14.8 NM SW), Baddeck (22.5 NM N), Canso (24.2 NM SSW), Port Hawkesbury (24.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gregory Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gregory 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 Gregory Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gregory 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.