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Red Island Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Red Island Lighthouse

This square, skeletal steel tower stands 4.5 meters tall and is painted a gray metallic color. It carries a white daymark with a red vertical stripe. The light emits a white flash every three seconds from a focal height of 16 meters, with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The tower is located near Red Island in Newfoundland and Labrador. A nearby port is Argentia, approximately 9 kilometers away. This light is an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: The light provides a regular white flash every three seconds, marking a specific point near Red Island. Its active status supports the safe navigation of fishing boats and recreational vessels in the coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Located in Canada, likely near Red Island.
Latitude
47.3994°
Longitude
-54.1455°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
gray metallic
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a daymark colored white with a red vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Argentia(9.0 km)
Admiralty No.
H0400
NGA No.
2056
ARLHS No.
CAN-694
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Red Island Lighthouse at night?+
Red Island displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Red Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Red Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Argentia at 8.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Long Harbour (14.2 NM E), Norman's Cove (21.4 NM ENE), Whiffen Head (21.5 NM NNE), Arnold's Cove (23 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Red Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Red 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 Red Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Red 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.