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Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Indian Point, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse

A square pyramidal wood tower, clad in aluminum siding, stands 6.5 meters tall and was first lit in 1914. It is painted white and features a red vertical stripe along the range line, with a red lantern roof. The light emits a continuous white beam visible for 10.7 nautical miles. This structure is located on the northeast side of Kaulbach Island in Mahone Bay, near Indian Point. The tower's focal height is 11 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: As a range front light, this station is essential for precise navigation within Mahone Bay, enabling vessels to align correctly for safe passage. Its continuous operation since 1914 highlights its long-standing utility in maintaining maritime safety in this coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mahone Bay(3.7 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-260

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe on the range line
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower covered by aluminum siding, painted white with a red vertical stripe on the range line; lantern roof is red

Location

City
Indian Point
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
northeast side of Kaulbach Island in Mahone Bay
Latitude
44.4699°
Longitude
-64.2813°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Kaulbach Island Range Front displays the characteristic F White. 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 Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chester at 4.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Lunenburg (5.9 NM SSW), Pleasantville (10.5 NM SW), La Have (11.6 NM SSW), Hacketts Cove (16 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaulbach Island Range Front 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 Kaulbach Island Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaulbach Island Range Front 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.