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New Férolle Peninsula Light

Jim Doyles Road

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New Férolle Peninsula Light

The New Férolle Peninsula Light is a historic lighthouse located on the New Férolle Peninsula in Canada.

History

  • The construction of the New Férolle Peninsula Light began in 1904, and it was completed by 1906.

Architecture

The tower of the New Férolle Peninsula Light stands at a height of 28 meters (92 feet). The focal height, which is the distance from the top of the lens to the sea level, is reportedly around 45 meters (148 feet).

Light Characteristics

The light emits a fixed white beam with a range of approximately 20 nautical miles (37 kilometers). The pattern of the light is not specified.

Materials and Design

The lighthouse was built using traditional materials for the time period. Unfortunately, specific details about the construction materials are not available.

Current Status

The New Férolle Peninsula Light remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated. It is no longer a functioning lighthouse station but serves as a museum and tourist attraction.

Location and Accessibility

The New Férolle Peninsula Light can be found on Jim Doyles Road in Canada. The location is accessible by road, with parking available nearby.

Heritage Status

The New Férolle Peninsula Light has been designated as a historic site, although specific details about its heritage designation are not available.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for the New Férolle Peninsula Light.

Details

NameNew Férolle Peninsula Light
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates51.022583, -57.09578
Current useactive aid to navigation
Accessibletrue