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Ragged Islands Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦Heart's Content, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ragged Islands Lighthouse

Operational since 1910, the Ragged Islands lighthouse is a 4.5-meter cylindrical tower. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. Situated on a small island in Trinity Bay, its light produces a white flash every 4 seconds, with a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. The focal plane is 34 meters above sea level. The site is open to visitors, though the tower is not accessible. It is located 9.6 kilometers from Hants Harbour.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the western side of Trinity Bay, an area characterized by shallow waters and numerous small islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: round tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Heart's Content
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
on a small island on the west side of Trinity Bay about 25 km southwest of Horse Chops
Latitude
47.8823°
Longitude
-53.3851°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hants Harbour(9.6 km)
Admiralty No.
H0518
NGA No.
1700
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ragged Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Ragged Islands displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Ragged Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ragged Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hants Harbour at 9.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Carbonear (10.5 NM SSE), Harbour Grace (13.1 NM SSE), Spaniards Bay (16.3 NM SSE), Bay Roberts (18.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ragged Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ragged Islands 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 Ragged Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ragged Islands 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.