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Little Port Head Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇦Lark Harbour, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Little Port Head Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 4.5 meters tall and is painted red with a white horizontal band. Its light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds from a focal height of 67.5 meters, visible for over 21 nautical miles. The structure carries a daymark with the same red and white banding. While the tower is closed to the public, the surrounding site is accessible. The nearest port is Corner Brook, located 20.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides coastal traffic safely past the headland of Little Port Head, preventing groundings and ensuring smooth passage. Its consistent operation is indispensable for vessels traversing this segment of the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
67.5m
Geographic Range
21.1NM

Location

City
Lark Harbour
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Little Port Head, Canada
Latitude
49.1090°
Longitude
-58.4281°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Corner Brook(20.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H0194
NGA No.
2600
ARLHS No.
CAN-751

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored red with a white horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Little Port Head Lighthouse at night?+
Little Port Head displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Little Port Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Little Port Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Corner Brook at 21.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Lomond (33 NM NE), Stephenville (34 NM S), Port au Port (35.4 NM SSW), Aguathuna (36.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Little Port Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Little Port Head 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 Port Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Little Port Head 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.