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Port Greville Lighthouse

🇨🇦Wards Brook, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Greville Lighthouse

Also known as: Port Greville (relocated)

Built in 1908, the Port Greville Lighthouse is a 7.5-meter square pyramidal tower constructed from wood. Its exterior is painted white with red trim, and it features a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse served the community of Wards Brook near Parrsboro, Nova Scotia. Although no longer operational, the structure remains as a landmark in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse represents a significant piece of local maritime history and once provided guidance for vessels navigating the coastal waters.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim

Location

City
Wards Brook
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Latitude
45.4152°
Longitude
-64.5523°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1908

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Parrsboro(10.0 km)
Admiralty No.
H3948.
ARLHS No.
CAN-407
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Port Greville Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Greville Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Parrsboro at 9.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Avonport (22.8 NM SE), Walton (25.6 NM ESE), Windsor (31.4 NM SE), Port Elgin (42 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Greville Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Greville 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 Greville Lighthouse?+
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