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Tusket River Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦Surettes Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tusket River Lighthouse

Also known as: Tusket River (Big Fish Island)

A square wood tower, measuring 11 meters in height and painted white, is topped with a red roof. Situated on the southwest point of Big Fish Island, it marks the entrance to the Tusket River. The present structure, erected in 2019, is a replica of the original station established in 1864. The prior tower, built in 1962 and refurbished in 1995, had deteriorated. The current lighthouse displays a white light with a 10-second interval (Fl W 10s) from a focal height of 18.5 meters, visible for 12.8 nautical miles. The Canadian Coast Guard maintains this operational navigation aid.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the Tusket River entrance, assisting local fishing vessels and recreational boats. Its operational history, continuing with a replica since 1864, underscores its sustained contribution to maritime safety in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
18.5m
Geographic Range
12.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019
First Lit
1864

Significant events: refurbished 1995, deteriorated, replaced with replica 2019

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lower east pubnico(9.5 km)
Admiralty No.
H3804
ARLHS No.
CAN-510

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower, painted white; roof painted red

Location

City
Surettes Island
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Nova Scotia
Sea Region
Big Fish Island in the mouth of the Tusket River
Latitude
43.7035°
Longitude
-65.9515°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tusket River Lighthouse at night?+
Tusket River displays the characteristic Fl 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 Tusket River Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tusket River Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lower Argyle at 5.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Lower east pubnico (9.5 NM SE), Yarmouth (10.8 NM NW), Lower Woods Harbour (14.7 NM SE), Shag harbour (16.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tusket River Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tusket River 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 Tusket River Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tusket River 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.