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Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse

F R 12s🇨🇦Eastern Prince Edward Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse

This range front light stands on Eastern Prince Edward Island. The structure is a black tower topped with yellow. It emits a fixed red light visible for 10 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 6.5 meters. The light is restricted to a sector between 130 and 303 degrees, with a white sector also shown from 130 degrees. A foghorn sounds three blasts every 60 seconds, and a RACON operates with a period of 120 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 12s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Eastern Prince Edward Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.0216°
Longitude
-62.4781°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
black and yellow

Structure: Black tower, yellow top. R. 130°-303°, W.-130°. Horn: 3bl. ev. 60s RACON T(–) period 120s

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0954
NGA No.
8140
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Murray Harbour Range Front displays the characteristic F R 12s — 1 red flash every 12 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beach Point at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Georgetown (9.5 NM NNW), Montague (11.1 NM NW), Souris (21.9 NM NNE), Pictou (23.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Murray Harbour Range Front 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 Murray Harbour Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Murray Harbour Range Front 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.