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Partridge Island Lighthouse

Fl W 7.5s🇨🇦Southern New Brunswick, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Partridge Island Lighthouse

This hexagonal lighthouse stands 46 meters tall and is painted with alternating red and white stripes. Its light emits a single white flash, visible for 19 nautical miles. The tower's focal height reaches 35 meters above sea level. It is located in Southern New Brunswick and has been operational since at least 1984.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a recognized federal heritage building of Canada.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
recognized federal heritage building of Canada

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H4082
NGA No.
11100
Wikidata
Q55206245 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: Hexagonal tower, red and white stripes; 46

Location

City
Southern New Brunswick
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
45.2393°
Longitude
-66.0536°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Partridge Island Lighthouse at night?+
Partridge Island displays the characteristic Fl W 7.5s — 1 white flash every 7.5 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 Partridge Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Partridge Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-John at 1.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Canaport (3.8 NM SE), Blacks Harbour (33.5 NM WSW), Jemseg (34.7 NM N), Digby (39.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Partridge Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Partridge 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 Partridge Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Partridge 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.