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Hawk Island Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇨🇦Poulamon, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hawk Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Poulaman

This skeletal steel tower, standing 10 meters tall, is painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its design features a triangular skeletal structure with an enclosed lower section that supports a daymark. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. From its position on Hawk Island, the lighthouse emits a green flash every four seconds, visible for up to 11.3 nautical miles. It aids navigation in the coastal waters near Poulamon, Nova Scotia.

Why it matters: The green flash every four seconds helps mariners identify safe channels and potential hazards near Hawk Island, contributing to the safety of local fishing vessels and other maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Poulamon
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Hawk Island, Canada, aiding navigation in its coastal waters
Latitude
45.5946°
Longitude
-60.9952°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower with enclosed lower section carrying a daymark colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arichat(5.2 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1213
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hawk Island Lighthouse at night?+
Hawk 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 Hawk Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hawk Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Arichat at 4.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Saint-Peters (6.3 NM ENE), Point Tupper (15.6 NM W), Port Hawkesbury (15.7 NM W), Canso (15.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hawk Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hawk 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 Hawk Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hawk 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.