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Scatarie Lighthouse

Fl W 30s🇨🇦Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Scatarie Lighthouse

This square metal tower stands 20 meters tall, with its focal plane situated at 19.5 meters. The structure is painted white and features three rectangular daymarks. These daymarks are distinguished by horizontal bands of red and white.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
19.5m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
46.0345°
Longitude
-59.6765°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Square tower, three rectangular daymarks, horizontal red and white bands

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0742
NGA No.
9164
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Scatarie Lighthouse at night?+
Scatarie displays the characteristic Fl W 30s — 1 white flash every 30 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.
Which ports and harbors does Scatarie Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Scatarie Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Louisbourg at 14.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Glace Bay (15.6 NM NW), Sydney (22.9 NM WNW), North Sydney (26.3 NM WNW), Neil's Harbour (38.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Scatarie Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Scatarie 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 Scatarie Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Scatarie 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.