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Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse

A square cylindrical skeletal tower constructed of steel stands 7 meters tall on Saddle Island, guiding vessels with a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. The light source is positioned 36 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 16.4 nautical miles. The site is open for visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted. The lighthouse illuminates the waters around Saddle Island, which serves as a natural barrier for Red Bay. This area, characterized by rocky outcrops and tundra vegetation, has a long history of maritime activity dating back to the 16th century.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps mariners navigate safely into Red Bay, a harbor recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site and historically significant for Basque whalers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Saddle Island, Red Bay, Canada
Latitude
51.7248°
Longitude
-56.4350°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Blanc Sablon(32.4 km)
Admiralty No.
H0110
ARLHS No.
CAN-750

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse at night?+
Saddle Island (Red Bay) displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Red Bay at 0.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include L'Anse-au-Loup (19.4 NM SW), Blanc Sablon (32.4 NM SW), Main Brook (36.1 NM SSE), Saint-Anthony (37.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saddle Island (Red Bay) 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 Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saddle Island (Red Bay) 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.