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Rouse Point Lighthouse

134 Rouse Island Rd, Gabarus, NS B1K 3T5, Canada

Name and Location

The Rouse Point Lighthouse is located at 134 Rouse Island Rd, Gabarus, NS B1K 3T5, Canada, in Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Regional Municipality.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed [year of construction] during the [construction era].

Architecture and Materials

The building style is characterized as [architectural style] with [construction materials] used for its foundation. Standing at a height of [height] meters, the structure has a focal height of [focal height] meters.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse features a yellow light with a range of 10 kilometers, emitting an F pattern every [light characteristic duration]. The light's height is 9 meters above sea level.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are welcome to explore the lighthouse grounds, with accessible routes leading up to the structure. From [address], follow [directions] to reach the site.

Notable Views and Landscape

The lighthouse overlooks a picturesque coastal area with scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The nearby landscape features rolling hills, forests, and sandy beaches.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no stories of former keepers are available due to limited information.

Technical and Operational Details

The Rouse Point Lighthouse operates under automated control, ensuring continuous navigation support for mariners. Its light still functions for navigation purposes.

Further Information

  • For more information, consult Wikipedia's entry on Rouse Point Lighthouse: unknown.
  • The lighthouse is managed by [managing authority].
  • For additional insights into the history and operation of the Rouse Point Lighthouse, consider consulting these resources:
    • [reference 1]
    • [reference 2]
    • [reference 3]

Details

NameRouse Point Lighthouse
CityGabarus
CountryCanada
Coordinates45.8429351, -60.1316671
Focal height9
Access descriptionFrom [address], follow [directions] to reach the site.
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerolling hills, forests, and sandy beaches
View descriptionOverlooks a picturesque coastal area with scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Guided tourstrue
FacilitiesLimited parking, restrooms
Opening hours[insert opening hours]
Nearby attractions[nearby attraction 1], [nearby attraction 2], [nearby attraction 3]
Light characteristicF
Light range10
Automatedtrue