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Parrsboro Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇦Parrsboro, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Parrsboro Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 6.5 meters tall with a focal height of 8 meters. It was built in 1980 to mark the entrance to Parrsboro Harbour, replacing an earlier structure lost to beach erosion in 1945. The current lighthouse displays a green flashing light on a 6-second cycle. Its structure consists of a square cylindrical tower with a lantern and gallery attached to a one-story fog signal building. The site is open to the public, though the tower remains closed as restoration efforts continue. The Parrsboro Lighthouse Society was formed in 2014 to aid in its preservation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of Partridge Island at the entrance to Parrsboro Harbour, guiding them through the Minas Basin. Community-led restoration efforts highlight its cultural significance and draw interest in its preservation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

Significant events: original lighthouse lost to beach erosion in 1945, Parrsboro Lighthouse Society formed in 2014, Coast Guard removed lantern for restoration in 2018, new roof installed and restored lantern returned in 2019, interior gutted for restoration in 2020

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to one corner of a 1-story fog signal building

Location

City
Parrsboro
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Partridge Island at the entrance to Parrsboro Harbour, on the north side of the Minas Basin
Latitude
45.3870°
Longitude
-64.3164°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Parrsboro(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
H3952
ARLHS No.
CAN-364
Wikidata
Q28375833 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Parrsboro Lighthouse at night?+
Parrsboro displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Parrsboro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Parrsboro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Parrsboro at 0.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Walton (16.3 NM SE), Avonport (17.5 NM S), Windsor (25.4 NM SSE), Pugwash (39.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Parrsboro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Parrsboro 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 Parrsboro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Parrsboro 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.