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CobourgWestPierLighthouse

XR2P+W5 Cobourg, ON, Canada

Name and Location

Cobourg West Pier Lighthouse Located in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada, situated at the west pier of the Port of Cobourg.

Construction and History

The Cobourg West Pier Lighthouse was constructed during the [era] to serve as a vital aid to navigation for mariners traveling along Lake Ontario. Its design is characteristic of lighthouses from that era.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of [height] feet, with a focal height of [focal height] feet above sea level. The structure is made from [construction materials].

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light displays a [light characteristic, e.g., Fl(3)W.15s] pattern, which can be seen from a distance of [light range] nautical miles. The light is typically displayed at night, serving as a beacon for vessels to safely navigate the waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse currently functions as a [current use], offering limited public accessibility. Visitors can reach the lighthouse by [directions to the location]. Please note that the lighthouse may be closed due to maintenance or safety reasons; it is essential to check with local authorities before planning a visit.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of the Lake Ontario shoreline, making it an attractive spot for photography enthusiasts.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The lighthouse has been steeped in local folklore, with stories of former lighthouse keepers and notable maritime events. These tales have been passed down through generations, adding to the rich history surrounding this iconic landmark.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is equipped with [AIS/radar installation details], ensuring safe navigation for vessels in the area.

Further Information

For further reading and information on the Cobourg West Pier Lighthouse, please visit its Wikipedia page at [Wikipedia link].

Details

NameCobourgWestPierLighthouse
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates43.952361, -78.1646013
Year of constructionnotspecified
Eventsnotspecified
Historic significancesignificantmaritimelandmark
Keeper storiesnotspecified
Storieslocalfolkloreandstoriesofformerlighthousekeepersandnotablemaritimeevents
Construction materialnotspecified
Focal heightnotspecified
Tower heightnotspecified
Renovationsnotspecified
Landscape typeLakeOntarioshoreline
View descriptionscenicviewsoftheLakeOntarioshoreline
Facilitieson-sitefacilitiesincludenotspecified
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light rangenauticalmilesnotspecified