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Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse

F red 2s🇨🇦Pugwash, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse

This skeletal tower, standing 5.5 meters tall, is constructed of masonry and topped with a trapezoidal daymark. It is painted white with a single red vertical stripe. The light emits a fixed red signal, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Its focal plane is positioned 10 meters above the water. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port is Pugwash, located 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This front range light, working in tandem with a rear light, establishes a critical alignment for vessels transiting a specific channel at Steven Point, thereby aiding in safe navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red 2s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
F.R
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Pugwash
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Steven Point, Canada, marking a range
Latitude
45.8646°
Longitude
-63.6677°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pugwash(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
H1296
NGA No.
8520
ARLHS No.
CAN-1377

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe
Material
masonry

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a trapezoidal daymark colored white with a red vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Steven Point Range Front displays the characteristic F red 2s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pugwash at 0.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Cape Tormentine (16.7 NM NNW), Port Elgin (20.1 NM WNW), Borden (23.2 NM N), Charlottetown (31.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Steven Point 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 Steven Point Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Steven Point 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.