Name and Location

The Vardys Island Lighthouse is located at HVG9+94 Channel-Port aux Basques, NL, Canada.

2. Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Vardys Island Lighthouse is not known, but it is believed to have been built during the early 20th century. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 6 meters (19.7 feet) with a focal plane height of unknown dimensions.

3. Architecture and Materials

No specific information available on the architecture or materials used in the construction of the Vardys Island Lighthouse.

4. Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the Vardys Island Lighthouse is a flash every 4 seconds, with a range of approximately 7 nautical miles. The light color is red.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds; however, please note that the interior of the lighthouse is not open to the public. There are limited on-site facilities available.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

From the Vardys Island Lighthouse, one can enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding waters and coastal landscape. The area is known for its rocky coastline, rough seas, and rich marine life.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The Vardys Island Lighthouse is automated, meaning it no longer requires manual operation to function. No AIS or radar installation information is available for this lighthouse. Please consult nautical charts for precise navigational information and references.

9. Further Information

For further reading, please refer to the National Park Service (https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/newfoundland/lbn-lbn-english) and CanVec 7.0 (https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/geogrdata/datasets/canvec-7.0).