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Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse

The Salmon Point lighthouse on Taylor Island is a 6-meter square skeletal tower constructed of fiberglass. It is painted with red and white horizontal bars and carries a large daymark. The light emits a single white flash every four seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 16 meters. The nearest port, Harbour Breton, is 18.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This active navigational aid guides vessels around Taylor Island, ensuring safe passage in the surrounding Canadian coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Newfoundland and Labrador
Sea Region
Taylor Island, Canada
Latitude
47.6175°
Longitude
-56.2006°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bars
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a large daymark with red and white horizontal bars

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Harbour Breton(18.2 km)
Admiralty No.
H0275
NGA No.
2356
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse at night?+
Salmon Point (Taylor Island) 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 Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Harbour Breton at 16.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Long Pond (25.7 NM NNE), MIQUELON (31.4 NM SSW), Grand Bank (35.4 NM SSE), Fortune (36.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Salmon Point (Taylor 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 Salmon Point (Taylor Island) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Salmon Point (Taylor 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.