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Northwest Head Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Northwest Head Lighthouse

Northwest Head is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 21 meters tall, distinguished by a red stripe. Its light produces a single white flash every 3 seconds. The structure's visibility is partially obscured by Eastern Head Ramea Island. This navigational aid is located in Northwestern Newfoundland.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 14 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 3s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
47.5121°
Longitude
-57.4102°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red stripe; 21. Obscured by Eastern Head Ramea Island

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0264
NGA No.
2380
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Northwest Head Lighthouse at night?+
Northwest Head displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 Northwest Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Northwest Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Ramea at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Burgeo (10.5 NM WNW), MIQUELON (48.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Northwest Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Northwest Head 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 Northwest Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Northwest Head 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.