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Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse

F W🇨🇦Halifax Harbour George's Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse

Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front, established in 1917, marks the inner range for Halifax Harbour from George's Island. This concrete structure stands 17.5 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. It emits a fixed white light. The Canadian Coast Guard operates the station. An earlier tower was constructed on the island in 1876.

Background
Georges Island Lighthouse is a prominent concrete lighthouse, built in 1917 on Georges Island in Nova Scotia, replacing an earlier tower built in 1876. The light-keeper's house remains standing a few hundred feet to the north. The lighthouse is operated by the Canadian Coast Guard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Raw Code
F.W.
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
15NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H3618
NGA No.
9944
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Location

City
Halifax Harbour George's Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
44.6406°
Longitude
-63.5603°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front displays the characteristic F W. 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 Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halifax at 1.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Bedford (7 NM NW), Minesville (8.7 NM ENE), Bald Rock (10.4 NM S), Fall River (10.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Halifax Harbour Inner 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 Halifax Harbour Inner Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Halifax Harbour Inner 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.