Name and Location

The Gun Cay Lighthouse is located on the island of Gun Cay in The Bahamas, with approximate coordinates 25.5739947° N, -79.2965215° W.

2. Construction and History

The Gun Cay Lighthouse was constructed in the late 19th or early 20th century. Its exact year of construction is not specified. This historic lighthouse still remains operational today.

3. Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, no information is available on the architect, architectural style, or construction materials used to build the Gun Cay Lighthouse.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light that flashes every 0.5 seconds, with a period of 9.5 seconds between flashes. The light range is approximately 15 miles. Due to its location, the light is obscured by the Bimini Isles when 8 miles distant.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can enter the lighthouse, although no entrance fee or guided tours are available. No on-site facilities are mentioned. The surrounding tropical marine environment offers a picturesque view of turquoise waters and white sandy beaches.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The Gun Cay Lighthouse sits amidst a breathtaking landscape of turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and coral reefs. This tropical marine environment is part of the Great Bahama Bank.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories or anecdotes are available about this lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The Gun Cay Lighthouse remains operational today, with manual operation. No information is available on AIS or radar installation.

9. Further Information

For more information, please consult Seamark data (input provided) and local maritime authorities (not available).