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Sable Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇦Sable Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sable Island Lighthouse

This white tower stands 36 meters tall on Sable Island. Its focal height matches the tower's height at 36 meters. The light emits a white signal. The flashing characteristic is a single white flash with a period of 8 seconds. This aid to navigation is operational.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Sable Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
43.9567°
Longitude
-59.7927°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sable Island Lighthouse at night?+
Sable Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. 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.
Is Sable Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sable 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 Sable Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sable 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.