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Head Harbour Lighthouse

F R 6s🇺🇸Southern New Brunswick, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Head Harbour Lighthouse

Also known as: East Quoddy Head Lighthouse

Head Harbour Lighthouse, established in 1829, stands as a 15.5-meter-tall square skeleton tower. It is painted red and sits at a focal height of 17.5 meters above the water. This structure exhibits a fixed red light, visible for 13 nautical miles. The lighthouse was first lit in the same year it was constructed, serving mariners for many years.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has been designated a provincial heritage place.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F
Focal Height
17.5m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1829
Heritage Status
provincial heritage place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H4154
NGA No.
11332
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: White square skeleton tower

Location

City
Southern New Brunswick
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.9580°
Longitude
-66.9008°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Head Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Head Harbour displays the characteristic F R 6s — 1 red flash every 6 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Head Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Head Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Deer Island at 2.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Eastport (5.6 NM SW), Blacks Harbour (7.2 NM NE), Lubec (7.4 NM SSW), Bayside, Charlotte (14 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Head Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Head 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 Head Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Head 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.