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Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse

F W 6s🇨🇦Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse

Neil's Harbour Lighthouse, a heritage structure in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, stands 18 meters high. Its white light emits a single flash every 6 seconds. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. This light has been operational as part of Canada's navigational aids.

Why it matters: This light is a heritage lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F W 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.8072°
Longitude
-60.3192°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Heritage Status
heritage lighthouse

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0866
NGA No.
8880
Wikidata
Q28375820 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Neil'S Harbour displays the characteristic F W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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.
Which ports and harbors does Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ingonish at 7.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Dingwall (8.2 NM NW), Chéticamp (30.9 NM WSW), Neil's Harbour (34.8 NM SSW), North Sydney (35.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Neil'S 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 Neil'S Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Neil'S 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.