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Southwest Head Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇺🇸Southern New Brunswick, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Southwest Head Lighthouse

Southwest Head lighthouse is a white tower standing 48 meters tall. Its focal height is also 48 meters above sea level. The light emits a white signal with a characteristic of a single flash. This light has a geographic range of 16 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
48m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Southern New Brunswick
Country
🇺🇸US
Latitude
44.6009°
Longitude
-66.9059°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
48m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H4186
NGA No.
H 4186
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Southwest Head Lighthouse at night?+
Southwest Head 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.
Which ports and harbors does Southwest Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Southwest Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Grand Manan at 7.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include SWF & SON INC. (13.5 NM WNW), Lubec (15.3 NM NNW), Eastport (18.1 NM NNW), East Machias (21.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Southwest Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Southwest Head 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 Southwest Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Southwest Head 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.