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Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse

F Yellow 9s🇨🇦Boularderie Centre, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse

This range rear lighthouse was built in 1976 and first lit the same year. It is a 20-meter cylindrical skeletal tower supporting a slatted daymark, painted white with a red vertical stripe. The structure stands on Man of War Point, about 400 meters north of an older lighthouse, and is located near Boularderie Centre. Its light has a geographic range of 15 nautical miles and exhibits a yellow flash characteristic. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range light, working with its front counterpart, provides precise alignment essential for guiding vessels through local channels and past hazards near Man of War Point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Yellow 9s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
9s
Raw Code
F Y
Focal Height
28.5m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe

Structure: triangular cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a slatted daymark painted white with a red vertical stripe

Location

City
Boularderie Centre
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Located on Man of War Point, about 400 m north of the historic lighthouse.
Latitude
46.1871°
Longitude
-60.5512°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Baddeck(9.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H0792.1
NGA No.
8982
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Man of War Point Range Rear displays the characteristic F Yellow 9s. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Neil's Harbour at 3.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Baddeck (10.3 NM SW), North Sydney (12.6 NM E), Sydney (14.8 NM E), Glace Bay (24.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Man of War Point Range Rear 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 Man of War Point Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Man of War Point Range Rear 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.