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Wood Islands Lighthouse

Iso W 10s🇨🇦Eastern Prince Edward Island, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wood Islands Lighthouse

Constructed in 1876, the Wood Islands Lighthouse commenced operations during the same year. The tower stands 16.5 meters tall, with its focal plane situated 22 meters above sea level. It exhibits an isophase white light, repeating its cycle every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. Its structure is recognized as a designated heritage place.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a designated heritage place.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 10s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 10s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1876
Heritage Status
designated heritage place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H0962
NGA No.
8164
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q8032223 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16.5m

Location

City
Eastern Prince Edward Island
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
45.9497°
Longitude
-62.7458°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wood Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Wood Islands displays the characteristic Iso 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 Wood Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wood Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beach Point at 11.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Montague (13.6 NM NNE), Georgetown (16.2 NM NNE), Pictou (17 NM S), Charlottetown (23.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wood Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wood Islands 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 Wood Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wood Islands 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.