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Gull Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gull Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white and red quadrilateral latticed tower that stands 17 meters high. A red rectangular daymark with white banding is affixed to the structure. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. The focal plane is situated 160 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is located in Northwestern Newfoundland.

Why it matters: This structure is recognized as a federal heritage building of Canada.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
160m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
recognized federal heritage building of Canada

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0686
NGA No.
1172
Wikidata
Q47377933 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red rectangular daymark white banded; 17

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
49.9967°
Longitude
-55.3634°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gull Island Lighthouse at night?+
Gull Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Gull Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gull Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tilt Cove at 11.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Twillingate (31.6 NM SE), Baie Verte (32 NM W), Change Islands (41.7 NM ESE), Springdale (42 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gull Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gull 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 Gull Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gull 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.