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Long Rock Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 15s🇨🇦Cape Negro Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Long Rock Lighthouse

Also known as: Long Rock (Cape Negro Island

The Long Rock Lighthouse, built in 1915, is an octagonal concrete tower standing 13 meters high. Its lantern is painted red, while the tower itself is white. The light emits white flashes every 15 seconds, visible for 14.9 nautical miles. The first two lights serving Negro Harbour were established in 1872 and 1887, located 1300 meters to the north. The current lighthouse, which is the third structure, was recently officially renamed Long Rock Light by the Coast Guard. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels entering Negro Harbour from the south. Its operational history dates back to 1872 with earlier structures, underscoring its enduring importance to regional navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915
First Lit
1872

Significant events: First two lighthouses (1872 and 1887) were located 1300 m north, Recently the Coast Guard has renamed the lighthouse the Long Rock Light

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern painted red

Location

City
Cape Negro Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
near the south point of the island in the entrance to Negro Harbour
Latitude
43.5087°
Longitude
-65.3462°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Clark's harbour(13.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H3774
NGA No.
10436
ARLHS No.
CAN-102
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Long Rock Lighthouse at night?+
Long Rock displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Long Rock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Long Rock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Stoney Island at 9.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Barrington (10.2 NM WNW), Shelburne (11.4 NM N), Clark's Harbour (13 NM WSW), Lockeport (15.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Long Rock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Long Rock 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 Long Rock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Long Rock 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.