North Rustico Harbour Light
389 Harbourview Dr, New Glasgow, PE C0A 1N0, Canada
Name and Location
The North Rustico Harbour Light is located in New Glasgow, Prince Edward Island, Canada. The official name of the lighthouse is North Rustico Harbor, but it does not have a local nickname.
2. Construction and History
The construction era and year of the North Rustico Harbour Light are not specified. Standing at a height of 12 meters (39.4 feet) with a focal height not disclosed, this lighthouse was built to guide vessels safely into the harbor and warn them of potential hazards.
3. Architecture and Materials
No specific information is available on the architecture and materials used in the construction of the North Rustico Harbour Light.
4. Light and Navigation
The light characteristic is Iso, meaning it emits an intense flash every unknown seconds. The color of the light is yellow. The lighthouse continues to serve as an aid to navigation for mariners, guiding vessels safely into the harbor throughout its history.
5. Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can enter the lighthouse and explore its history and surroundings. The opening hours are [Insert opening hours], and the entrance fee is [Insert entrance fee]. Guided tours are available upon request, and limited facilities are available on site.
6. Notable Views and Landscape
From the top of the lighthouse, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the North Rustico Harbour and the surrounding coastline. The light is situated in a picturesque harbor setting, surrounded by water and natural scenery.
7. Anecdotes and Folklore
No notable stories or folklore are associated with the North Rustico Harbour Light.
8. Technical and Operational Details
The lighthouse is automated, and its AIS or radar installation is not specified. It does not have any nautical chart references mentioned.
9. Further Information
Nearby attractions include the North Rustico Lighthouse Museum, which offers insight into the region's maritime history.
Details
Name | North Rustico Harbour Light |
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City | New Glasgow |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 46.4540527, -63.2915902 |
Events | guiding vessels safely into the harbor throughout its history |
Historic significance | important aid to navigation for mariners and a fascinating piece of maritime history |
Tower height | 12 |
Access description | follow the signs to Harbourview Drive in New Glasgow, Prince Edward Island |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | picturesque harbor setting, surrounded by water and natural scenery |
View description | breathtaking views of the North Rustico Harbour and the surrounding coastline |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | Limited facilities available |
Nearby attractions | North Rustico Lighthouse Museum |
Light characteristic | Iso |
Automated | true |