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Port Bickerton Lighthouse

Iso White 8s🇨🇦Port Bickerton, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Bickerton Lighthouse

A white, pepperpot-style concrete and wood tower was built at Port Bickerton in 1930. This structure, standing 7 meters tall, had a focal height of 20.5 meters and was first lit in 1963. It displayed an isophase white light on an 8-second cycle, with a geographic range of 13.3 nautical miles. The original lighthouse was destroyed by fire, ending its operational service. The site is now open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guided local fishing vessels and coastal traffic for decades, underscoring the need for navigational aids in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 8s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Iso W 8s
Focal Height
20.5m
Geographic Range
13.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1930
First Lit
1963

Significant events: destroyed by fire

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
pepperpot
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, wood

Structure: pepperpot tower, was destroyed by fire

Location

City
Port Bickerton
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
off NS 211 in Port Bickerton, adjacent to a 1930 lighthouse
Latitude
45.0901°
Longitude
-61.7009°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Country Harbour(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
H3514
NGA No.
9684
ARLHS No.
CAN-1286
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Bickerton Lighthouse at night?+
Port Bickerton displays the characteristic Iso White 8s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Bickerton Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Bickerton Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Country Harbour at 7.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Stormont (7.7 NM N), Guysborough (20.4 NM NNE), Beaver Harbour (31.5 NM WSW), Canso (33 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Bickerton Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Bickerton 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 Port Bickerton Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Bickerton 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.