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Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Marathon, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse

A square steel skeletal tower, 13 meters in height, was erected in 1975 on Hawkins Island within Peninsula Harbour, Canada. The structure's light achieves a focal height of 27 meters and displays a white flash every 4 seconds. Its visibility extends 14.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 1.6 kilometers from Marathon, the closest port. Public access is permitted to the site, but the tower remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to Peninsula Harbour and provides reference for vessels navigating near Hawkins Island. Its continued operation since 1975 supports maritime traffic in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square steel skeletal tower

Location

City
Marathon
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Hawkins Island in Peninsula Harbour, Canada.
Latitude
48.7196°
Longitude
-86.4316°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Marathon(1.6 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1081
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse at night?+
Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) 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 Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Rossport at 43.5 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) 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 Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hawkins Island (Peninsula Harbour) 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.