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Ingonish Harbour (South Ingonish Harbour) Lighthouse

🇨🇦Ingonish Beach, CAOperational

A red cylindrical skeletal tower with a broad white horizontal band stands 5 meters tall, with a focal height of 7 meters. Constructed of steel, this structure serves as a daymark marking the entrance to Ingonish Harbour. Its geographic range extends to 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower is restricted. The nearest port is Ingonish, located 3.4 kilometers away. This navigational aid is operational and is listed under NGA number 8900 and Admiralty number H0858.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local fishing fleets and recreational boaters, providing safe passage into South Ingonish Harbour on Cape Breton Island and preventing groundings near the entrance.

Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM
City
Ingonish Beach
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Ingonish Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada, marking the entrance to South Ingonish Harbour
Latitude
46.6342°
Longitude
-60.3890°
Nearest Port
Ingonish(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H0858.
NGA No.
8900
Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a broad white horizontal band
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower described as carrying a daymark colored red with a broad white horizontal band

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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Which ports and harbors does Ingonish Harbour (South Ingonish Harbour) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ingonish Harbour (South Ingonish Harbour) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ingonish at 3.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Dingwall (16.3 NM NNW), Neil's Harbour (24 NM SSW), North Sydney (25.7 NM SSE), Chéticamp (25.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ingonish Harbour (South Ingonish Harbour) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ingonish Harbour (South Ingonish 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.
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