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Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse

F white 10s🇨🇦Sheet Harbour Passage, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse

Constructed in 1915, this square pyramidal wood tower stands 8 meters high at Sheet Harbour Passage, Nova Scotia. It was first illuminated that same year. The structure is painted white, featuring a red vertical stripe aligned with the range line, and its lantern is also red. The focal plane sits 37 meters above the water. This light previously provided a geographic range of 19 nautical miles, displaying a white flashing light, characteristic F.W. 52. Operations ceased in 2024, rendering it inactive. While the site is accessible, the tower is not open to visitors.

Why it matters: This range front light marked the correct approach into Sheet Harbour Passage. Its specific paint scheme and light pattern offered a direct reference for vessels navigating the waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F white 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
white
Interval
10s
Raw Code
F.W. 52
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

Significant events: Inactive since 2024

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 with a red vertical stripe on the range line
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red vertical stripe on the range line; lantern also painted red

Location

City
Sheet Harbour Passage
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Sheet Harbour Passage
Latitude
44.8583°
Longitude
-62.4483°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sheet Harbour(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
H3542
NGA No.
9784
ARLHS No.
CAN-456
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front displays the characteristic F white 10s. 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 Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beaver Harbour at 3.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Sheet Harbour (5.8 NM NW), Musquodoboit Harbour (29.5 NM W), Stormont (37.2 NM NE), Country Harbour (37.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front 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 Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sheet Harbour Passage Range Front 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.