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Mabou Harbour Lighthouse

🇨🇦Mabou Harbour, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mabou Harbour Lighthouse

The Mabou Harbour Lighthouse, erected in 1908, is a 14-meter-high square pyramidal structure constructed of wood. Its exterior is painted white, with a red lantern and gallery. This operational lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. Located in Mabou Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada, it is situated 0.7 kilometers from the port of Mabou.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as a navigation aid, marking the harbour entrance for vessels.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mabou(0.7 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-291

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern is red

Location

City
Mabou Harbour
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Mabou Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada
Latitude
46.0859°
Longitude
-61.4653°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Mabou Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mabou Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mabou at 3.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Aulds Cove (26.4 NM S), Port Hawkesbury (28.5 NM S), Point Tupper (29.5 NM S), Baddeck (29.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mabou Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mabou 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.
How can I track vessels near Mabou Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mabou Harbour 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.