Bay Bulls Lighthouse
8763+86 Bay Bulls, NL, Canada
Name and Location
The Bay Bulls Lighthouse is located at 47.3108009°N, 52.746946°W in Bay Bulls, NL, Canada.
Construction and History
The Bay Bulls Lighthouse was constructed during the [era] in [year]. Its architectural style is [style], built using [construction materials].
Architecture and Materials
Standing at 27 meters (90 feet) tall, the Bay Bulls Lighthouse has a focal height of 60 meters (197 feet).
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse exhibits a light characteristic of Fl (white flash every 24 hours), with a range of 7 nautical miles. The light is shown at an elevation of 0.5° above the horizon for 5.5 seconds, followed by a 6-second period of darkness.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the lighthouse during [opening hours]. Entrance fees are [$X], with guided tours available upon request. On-site facilities include [list any amenities, such as parking or restrooms].
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands on the rugged coastline of Newfoundland and Labrador, surrounded by rocky shores and scenic vistas.
Anecdotes and Folklore
According to legend, the lighthouse was once home to a mysterious lightkeeper who would often disappear during storms only to reappear unscathed afterwards. The Bay Bulls Lighthouse has been the subject of local folklore and stories.
Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse was originally manually operated but has since been automated to ensure consistent guidance for mariners. It is equipped with [list any AIS or radar installations] to provide enhanced guidance.
Further Information
Mariners can consult nautical charts unknown for more information on the Bay Bulls Lighthouse and surrounding waters. For more information on the Bay Bulls Lighthouse and its history, consult [list relevant sources or publications].
Details
Name | Bay Bulls Lighthouse |
---|---|
City | Bay Bulls |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 47.3108009, -52.746946 |
Events | significant historical event or shipwreck |
Historic significance | significant cultural value |
Keeper stories | stories of former lighthouse keepers, encounters with ships in distress |
Stories | local folklore and stories, legend of a mysterious lightkeeper |
Focal height | 60 |
Tower height | 27 |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rugged coastline |
View description | rocky shores and scenic vistas |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | list any amenities, such as parking or restrooms |
Light characteristic | Fl (white flash every 24 hours) |
Light range | 7 |
Automated | true |