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River Bourgeois Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇦River Bourgeois, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About River Bourgeois Lighthouse

Also known as: River Bourgeois (Bourgeois Inlet) (replica)

A square pyramidal wood tower painted white stands 8 meters tall on Church Point in River Bourgeois. The lantern room is painted red, and the structure has a gallery. This replica was constructed in 2003, following the destruction of the original tower by fire in 1989. The light emits a single red flash characteristic, visible for 9.5 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse represents a community's successful effort to preserve its maritime heritage after the original structure was destroyed.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
7.5m
Geographic Range
9.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

Significant events: Original tower burned in 1989, residents protested destruction, replica built in 2003

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

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

Location

City
River Bourgeois
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Located at Church Point in River Bourgeois northeast of Grandique Ferry
Latitude
45.6258°
Longitude
-60.9476°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arichat(7.6 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-056
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify River Bourgeois Lighthouse at night?+
River Bourgeois displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does River Bourgeois Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
River Bourgeois Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Peters at 3.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Arichat (7.2 NM SSW), Port Hawkesbury (17.6 NM W), Point Tupper (17.7 NM W), Canso (17.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is River Bourgeois Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, River Bourgeois 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 River Bourgeois Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near River Bourgeois 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.