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Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 15s🇨🇦Northwestern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse

The Surgeon Cove Point lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 14 meters high. A red stripe encircles the structure. The light it emits is white, flashing once every 5 seconds. This aid to navigation is situated in Northwestern Newfoundland.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
74m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Northwestern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
49.5194°
Longitude
-55.1182°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical tower, red stripe; 14

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0656
NGA No.
1240
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse at night?+
Surgeon Cove Point displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Comfort Cove at 14.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Twillingate (16.3 NM ENE), Lewisporte (17.3 NM S), Botwood (24.2 NM SSW), Change Islands (28.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Surgeon Cove Point 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 Surgeon Cove Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Surgeon Cove Point 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.