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Tides Cove Point Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇨🇦Southeastern Newfoundland, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tides Cove Point Lighthouse

The Tides Cove Point Lighthouse is a quadrilateral latticed tower constructed of fiberglass. It stands 37 meters high and displays white and red coloring. The light produces a white flash on a 6-second cycle. For fog conditions, a horn emits a single blast lasting 4 seconds, repeated every 60 seconds. The structure's focal plane is 33.5 meters above sea level.

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

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
33.5m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Southeastern Newfoundland
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
47.1062°
Longitude
-55.0725°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Quadrilateral latticed tower; 37. Horn: 1bl. ev. 60s (bl. 4s, si. 56s)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0372
NGA No.
2100
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tides Cove Point Lighthouse at night?+
Tides Cove Point displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Tides Cove Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tides Cove Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Marystown at 5.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Burin (5.6 NM SW), Saint-Lawrence (18.3 NM SW), Grand Bank (29.1 NM W), Fortune (31.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tides Cove Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tides 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 Tides Cove Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tides 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.