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Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse

This skeletal tower stands 4.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 41.5 meters above sea level. Its daymark is colored red with a white horizontal band, and the tower itself displays red and white horizontal bands. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 17.3 nautical miles. Located among the Harbour Grace Islands in Conception Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, this navigational aid marks the approach to the port of Harbour Grace. The site is open to visitors, though the tower is closed to the public to maintain its operational integrity.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is significant for safe navigation into Harbour Grace, a historically important port. Its distinctive appearance helps mariners identify the islands and avoid hazards in the approach channel, supporting local fishing and recreational boating.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
41.5m
Geographic Range
17.3NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Harbour Grace Islands in Conception Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, marking the approach to Harbour Grace.
Latitude
47.7117°
Longitude
-53.1418°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Carbonear(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
H0484
NGA No.
1760
ARLHS No.
CAN-659

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored red with a white horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Harbour Grace Islands displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Carbonear at 4.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Harbour Grace (4.7 NM WSW), Spaniards Bay (8.6 NM SW), Coley's Point (9.2 NM SSW), Bay Roberts (10 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Harbour Grace Islands 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 Harbour Grace Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Harbour Grace Islands 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.