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Little Denier Island Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Little Denier Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 25 meters tall and is a white cylindrical fiberglass tower marked with a red stripe. It projects a white light that flashes once every 6 seconds. The light source is situated 91 meters above sea level. Its geographic range extends to 7 nautical miles. The structure is a recognized federal heritage building in Canada.

Why it matters: As a recognized federal heritage building, it holds national historical significance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
91m
Geographic Range
7NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
recognized federal heritage building of Canada

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0543
NGA No.
1608
Wikidata
Q47378005 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red stripe; 25

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
48.6852°
Longitude
-53.5946°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Little Denier Island Lighthouse at night?+
Little Denier Island displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does Little Denier Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Little Denier Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Burnside at 8.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Catalina (22.7 NM ESE), Clarenville (35.4 NM SSW), Gander (41 NM WNW), Hants Harbour (42.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Little Denier Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Little Denier 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 Little Denier Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Little Denier 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.