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Peckford Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Peckford Island Lighthouse

This quadrilateral latticed tower stands 33 meters tall and displays white and red coloration. A red rectangular daymark with white banding is affixed to the structure. The light emitted is white, flashing once every 10 seconds. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
49.5301°
Longitude
-53.8519°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower, red rectangular daymark white banded; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0586
NGA No.
1444
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Peckford Island Lighthouse at night?+
Peckford Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Peckford Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Peckford Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seldom at 13 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Carmanville (18.9 NM WSW), Fogo (20.2 NM NW), Change Islands (23.5 NM WNW), Twillingate (35.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Peckford Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Peckford 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 Peckford Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Peckford 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.