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Cape Negro Island Lighthouse

GM43+WM Blanche, NS, Canada

Name and Location

The Cape Negro Island Lighthouse is located on Cape Negro Island, Blanche, Nova Scotia, Canada. The exact address is GM43+WM Blanche, NS, Canada.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the year of construction and architectural style of the lighthouse are not publicly available. Additionally, there is no recorded local nickname for this lighthouse.

Architecture and Materials

The materials used in the construction of the lighthouse tower are not specified. The height of the tower itself is also unknown.

Light and Navigation

The Cape Negro Island Lighthouse has a light range of 10 nautical miles (not verified). The light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, which means it flashes every 15 seconds with a white light three times. The focal height above the surrounding terrain is also unknown.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is not open to the public for visits or tours due to its remote location and private ownership. Access is restricted, making it impossible to visit the site.

Notable Views and Landscape

  • The surrounding landscape offers a scenic view of the Atlantic Ocean and the Nova Scotian coastline.
  • The area is known for its natural beauty, with nearby beaches and coastal wetlands supporting diverse wildlife.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no recorded local folklore or unique anecdotes about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's status as an active aid to navigation is unknown, but it still functions for navigation purposes. It has automated operation (status unknown) and is not installed with AIS or radar systems. The nautical chart references are also not specified.

Further Information

Explore nearby beaches, coastal wetlands, and scenic hiking trails for a unique experience. Note that the lighthouse is not listed as a National Historic Site or any other recognized heritage designation.

Details

NameCape Negro Island Lighthouse
CityBlanche
CountryCanada
Coordinates43.5073166, -65.3457712
Access descriptionNot open to the public for visits or tours
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typeRugged terrain and rocky shores
View descriptionScenic view of the Atlantic Ocean and Nova Scotian coastline
Nearby attractionsExplore nearby beaches, coastal wetlands, and scenic hiking trails for a unique experience
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range10
Automatedtrue