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Mosher Island Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Moshers Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mosher Island Lighthouse

The current Mosher Island Lighthouse, a white fiberglass tower standing 11 meters tall, was first lit in 1989. It replaced an earlier structure from 1953. The tower features a red lantern and gallery and is situated on the west side of the entrance to the LaHave River. Its focal height reaches 23 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. A single white flash characteristic marks its operation. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: The destruction of its 1953 predecessor in 1989 prompted national lighthouse preservation efforts. The Mosher Island Lighthouse Preservation Society was formed in 1996 in response.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1989

Significant events: Second lighthouse (1953) tipped over and burned by Coast Guard in 1989, stimulated lighthouse protection efforts throughout Canada, Mosher Island Lighthouse Preservation Society formed in 1996, Society disbanded after 2002

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

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

Location

City
Moshers Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
west side of the entrance to the LaHave River
Latitude
44.2376°
Longitude
-64.3166°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Have(3.1 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-325
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mosher Island Lighthouse at night?+
Mosher Island displays the characteristic F White. 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 Mosher Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mosher Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Have at 3.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Pleasantville (7.6 NM NW), Lunenburg (8.1 NM N), Port Medway (13 NM WSW), Chester (18 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mosher Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mosher 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 Mosher Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mosher 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.