This page currently shows my understanding of Lighthouses of Nova Scotia.
Copies of these pictures are stored on the web if you want to download
them. Click on [most] any photo and that will take you to that photo.
Orange numbers in brackets on the left are reference numbers from
Discover Nova Scotia Lighthousesp5.
Orange italicized numbers in parentheses are reference numbers used by the
Canadian Coast Guard List of Lights (Atlantic Lights)p4.
NS 1
[2] |
Bunker Island (263)
It is rumored that Bunker Island Light can be seen from the
road leading to Yarmouth Light at Cape Forchu. On July 8, 2008,
the fog was so thick, we can't confirm that. In Yarmouth follow Main
Street to the Horse Monument and turn left on Vancouver Street. Watch
for a Yarmouth Light sign ½ mile ahead; turn left onto Route
304. Follow the signs toward Yarmouth Light and watch for Bunker Island
Light on your left. The lighthouse is sometimes accessible at low tide.
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots]
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NS 2
[1] |
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Cape Forchu (260)
latitude 43º 47' 40.9" N longitude 66º 9' 18.5" W
July 7, 2008
The Coast Guard decided in 1961 that the original
Yarmouth Light must be replaced; area residents were surprised when the
new tower turned out to be a radically different, slender tower,
sometimes referred to as "apple core" shaped. The Friends of the
Yarmouth Light Society runs a museum and gift shop in the keeper's
house.
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NS 3
[3] |
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Cape St. Mary's
(241)
latitude 44º 5' 8.7" N longitude 66º 12'
39.7" W
July 7, 2008
In Mavilette, turn off Route 1 (Evangeline Trail) onto
Cape St. Marys Road. |
NS 4
[5] |
Belliveau Cove (234)
latitude 44º 23' 20.6" N longitude 66º 3'
49.7" W
July 7, 2008There's a nice park and information center right on PH1.
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NS 4C
[4] |
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Church Point
July 7, 2008
From Route 1 (Evangeline Trail), take Le Chemin du
Phare (Lighthouse Road) thru the University to its end and the lighthouse.
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NS 4G
[6] |
Gilbert's Cove
July 7, 2008Follow Lighthouse Road from Route 1 (Evangeline Trail)
to the lighthouse.
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NS 5
[9] |
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Brier Island (Western Light)
(223)
latitude 44º 14' 55.8" N longitude 66º 23' 33.4" W
July 8, 2008Getting here will require 2 short ferry trips (and $10). Take 217 from
Digby to Long Island (ferry on the 1/2 hour) and then to Brier Island
(ferry on the hour.) Leaving the ferry dock, turn left, then turn
right at the Robicheau General Merchant. Turn left at the end of
the road and follow the sign to "Western light".
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| NS 5A |
Peter Island (Westport)
(227)
Location: South of Brier Island, eastern entrance to
Grand Passage, Bay of Fundy.
Photo courtesy Miki James [Flickr]
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NS 6
[8] |
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Grand Passage
(Northern Light)
(221)
latitude 44º 17' 12.7" N longitude 66º 20' 35.6" W
July 8, 2008See directions above to reach Brier Island. To reach the lighthouse
from the ferry dock in Westport, turn right onto Water Street. Follow
onto a gravel road to the end and the lighthouse.
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NS 7
[7] |
Boar's Head (216)
latitude 44º 24' 14.6" N longitude 66º 12' 54.7" W
July 8, 2008
A ferry leaves East Ferry on the half-hour for
Tiverton. Turn right from the ferry and follow a paved road to a gate.
Follow the narrow road about ½ mile (up hill) on foot to the lighthouse.
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NS 8
[10] |
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Prim Point
(201)
latitude 44º 41' 29.8" N longitude 65º 47' 7.9" W
July 7, 2008
This lighthouse can be viewed from the ferry between
St. John and Digby. To reach it by car, take Route 303 north in Digby.
Past the intersection with Route 217, take a left on Lighthouse Road,
then the first right.
(Be careful not to confuse Prim Point in Nova Scotia with
Point Prim on Prince Edward Island)
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| NS 9 |
Digby Gut (202) |
Access to the light is through private property. |
NS 10
[11] |
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Bear River
latitude 44º 37' 1.6" N longitude 65º 41' 6.6" W
July 9, 2008
The lighthouse is accessible by car. From Route 101
from Digby, take Exit 24 and turn north. Travel 0.3 miles and turn sharp right on a
small dirt road. This road leads to the lighthouse.
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NS 11
[14] |
Victoria Beach
(203)
latitude 44º 40' 33" N longitude 65º 45' 15.4" W
July 9, 2008
From Route 1 take the exit that leads to Port Royal.
Continue toward Victoria Beach. A short distance past a "Y" intersection
in the road, take a left to the lighthouse. The lighthouse can be seen
from the road. To get closer, it is necessary to walk across a private
yard.
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NS 12
[13] |
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Schafner's Point
(210)
latitude 44º 42' 35.1" N longitude 65º 37' 8.7" W
July 9, 2008
From Route 1, follow the road to Port Royal. The
lighthouse is about a half-mile past the historic Habitation at Port
Royal.
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NS 13
[12] |
Annapolis Royal
(211)
latitude 44º 44' 40.2" N longitude 65º 31' 12.9" W
July 7, 2008
This lighthouse is easily accessible from Route 101.
Take Route 8 into Annapolis Royal (it becomes St. George Street) and the
lighthouse will be on your left.
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NS 14
[15] |
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Hampton (198)
July 7, 2008
latitude 44º 54' 21.2" N longitude 65º 20' 57.9" W
Follow Highway 101 through Annapolis Valley; exit onto
old Highway 1 towards Bridgetown. Turn right in Bridgetown on Church
Street and follow over North Mountain to an intersection. Turn left and
follow a short distance to Hampton. Look for a right turn to the wharf,
beach and lighthouse.
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NS 15
[16] |
Port George
latitude 45º 0' 16.7" N longitude 65º 9' 24.8" W
July 7, 2008
From Route 101, take Exit 18. Go left on Junction Road. At a stop
sign turn left in Route 362 North
and proceed about three miles to a stop sign at Moshers
Corner. Go left and continue about 3.5 miles to the lighthouse.
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NS 16
[17] |
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Margaretsville
(Peter's Point) (195)
July 7, 2008From Route 101 take Exit 18 or 18A, (Middleton). Go
north to Route 221 and turn right to Route 362, then left onto Route 362
for 6 miles to Margaretsville.
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NS 17
[18] |
Black Rock (193)
Note carefully that this Black Rock light is on the mainland, not to
be confused with Black Rock Point.
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From Route 101, take Exit 15 and follow Route 360 North
to Elsford. Turn right at Route 221 East and follow to Grafton. At an
intersection turn left and drive to Canada Creek. At a stop sign turn
right on a gravel road and follow to the lighthouse. |
| NS 17A |
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Bass River (Saints Rest)
Location: North shore of Cobequid Bay, Bay
of Fundy.
Photo courtesy Doug Mercer [Flickr] |
NS 17B
[24] |
Five Islands
(Sand Point)
latitude 45º 23' 59.4" N longitude 64º 4' 11.6" W
June 28, 2008
The Sand Point lighthouse was saved from destruction by the Five
Islands Lighthouse Preservation Society. In 1996 it was moved from its eroding base to an adjacent
campground.
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NS 18
[22] |
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Parrsboro
(172)
latitude 45º 22' 40.9" N longitude 64º 19' 16.2" W
June 28, 2008
The lighthouse is at the end of Wharf Road, at the end
of a breakwater in Parrsboro Harbour. The walk on the breakwater is
strenuous. Or you can drive out Pier road and take the photo
across the water (using the long lens).
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NS 18A
[23] |
Cape Sharp
(171)
From Route 102, take Exit #15 onto Route 104 towards
New Brunswick. Exit right onto Glenholme Loop, then turn right onto old
highway. Follow a short distance and exit left on Route 2 towards
Parrsboro. At Parrsboro, continue through town past Partridge Island and
onto gravel road towards Black Rock. At the bottom of a hill that veers
right look for a left turn onto the old lighthouse access road. Park
near this road and walk about 20 minutes or so to the lighthouse.
Photo may be purchased from
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NS 19
[20] |
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Cape d'Or
(167)
latitude 45º 17' 28.7" N longitude 64º 46' 26.5" W
June 28, 2008
On Route 209, watch for signs for Cape d'Or and the
Fundy Ecotour. Turn off between Spencers Island and Advocate Harbour. On
that road turn left on a gravel road and follow about 3.4 miles to the
light. To get to the light is a difficult path down the hill.
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| NS 19B |
Port Greville
latitude 45º 24' 54.2" N longitude 64º 33' 8.5"W
June 28, 2008
The Port Greville Lighthouse is now located at the Age of
Sail Museum, Port Greville, several kilometers from it's original
location on the cliff above the harbour. In 1981, it was cut in half and
moved to the grounds of the Coast Guard College in Sydney Cape Breton.
In 1998, the community brought it home!
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| NS 20 |
Île Haute (164) |
Location: Minas Channel, Bay of Fundy, five miles SSW
of Cape Chignecto. |
| NS 20D |
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Apple River (163)
latitude 45º 28' 23.3" N longitude 64º 51' 24.8" W
June 28, 2006
Take Route 209 to the village of Apple River. Then take Apple
River Road south and use your long lens.
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NS 21
[21] |
Spencer's Island
latitude 45º 21' 19" N longitude 64º 42' 36.6"W
June 28, 2008
Spencer's Island Lighthouse is located on the north
shore of the Minas Channel, near Parrsboro in Cumberland County off
Route 209.
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NS 22
[25] |
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Burntcoat Head
From Amherst: Hwy 102 to Exit 14; follow Hwy 236; cross
the Gosse Bridge; turn right onto Hwy 215; travel to Noel; turn right
onto Burntcoat Road.
Photo courtesy Phil Maynard [Webshots] |
NS 23
[26] |
Walton
From Route 101 or 102, follow Route 215 to Walton. In
Walton, signs will direct you.
Photo courtesy Phil Maynard [Webshots]
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NS 24
[19] |
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Horton Bluff Front Range
(188)
From Route 101, take Exit 9. Turn right on Bluff Road,
then turn left onto Lighthouse Road and follow to the lighthouse.
Photo courtesy Phil Maynard [Webshots] |
| NS 25 |
Mitchener Point |
Location: Minas Basin, Bay of Fundy.
Deactivated 2001. Now on
private property |
| NS 27B |
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Tusket River (294) Southwest point of Big Fish Island, entrance
to Tusket River, west coast of Nova Scotia.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
| NS 27C |
Whitehead Island (Argyle)
(295)
At the mouth of Argyle Bay. The original
lighthouse was replaced in 1934, by a fiberglass tower in 1970, and then
by the present tower in 1978. Located on the southwest side of the
island off Whitehead Harbour. Accessible only by boat. (Don't
confuse this with the White Head Island below)
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 28 |
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Salmon River
This lighthouse was originally located on a breakwater
at Salmon River near Yarmouth. It was discontinued and in the 1980s it
was moved to West Pubnico (on route 335, near route 3) and became part
of a craft shop. Visitors may go into the base of the lighthouse but not
into the lantern.
Photo courtesy djbjr
[Webshots] |
| NS 29 |
Seal Island (289) Seal Island is accessible by boat only. The Nova Scotia Lighthouse
Preservation Society hosts a guided trip each September. This two-day
trip includes a two-hour cruise on a Cape Island boat to the remote
island. For more information
email the NSLPS. You can also go to Seal Island
with Charles Kenney at Seal Island Tours. You can
email him.
Photo courtesy njdodge [Flickr] |
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| NS 30 |
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Abbott's Harbour
(296.2) From Exit 31 on Highway 103, or on Route 3, take Route 335, 5.2 km Just before the Red Cap Motel, turn right onto
Abbotts arbour Road, 1 km to the lighthouse.
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots] |
NS 31
[69] |
Lower East Pubnico (300.5) |
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| NS 32 |
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Pubnico Harbor
Leave Route 3 in Charlesville and follow Lighthouse
Road (gravel) to a gate. Park at the gate and walk a few minutes to the
lighthouse.
Photo courtesy 1942harold [Webshots] |
NS 35
[70] |
West Head (320) |
Follow Route 330 toward Clark's Harbour. Just before a
welcome sign, turn right. Park near the wharf and the Linco Fisheries
plant. |
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| NS 36 |
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Cape Sable (327) Accessible by boat only. A short distance off Cape
Sable Island (not to be confused with Sable Island which is east of
Halifax)
Photo courtesy raptor710 [Webshots] |
NS 37
[71] |
Seal Island Lighthouse Museum
July 6, 2008 On route 3 in Barrington. This is a
1/2 scale replica of the original light on Seal Island. It also
contains the original lens. It is located just of PH 3 in
Barrington.
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NS 38
[72] |
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Baccaro Point
(336)
latitude 43º 26' 57.8" N longitude 65º 28' 16.1" W
July 6, 2008
From Route 103 in Clyde River, take Route 309 south
(watch for a sign for the Baccaro Lighthouse). Drive 16 miles.
At a Lighthouse Road sign, turn right, then continue on a gravel road to
the lighthouse.
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| NS 39 |
The Salvages (348) |
Accessible by boat only; can be seen distantly from
Baccaro Point Light. |
| NS 40 |
Cape Negro Island
(349)
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Whispering Waves Cottages
offers five oceanfront cottages in the harbor facing Cape Negro Island.
They offer their guests tours of the island on request, via a "Cape
Island" style fishing vessel.
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| NS 41 |
Cape
Roseway (355)
Located at the south point of McNutt's Island in Shelburne Harbour.
Accessible only by boat.
Photo may be purchased from
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NS 42
[73] |
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Sandy Point
(359)
latitude 43º 41' 32.4"N longitude 65º 19' 35.8" W
July 6, 2008
In Shelburne drive six miles south on the
Lighthouse Route to Sandy Point. The Sandy Point Lighthouse Park,
complete with concession stand is on
your right and there is free parking. At low tide it is possible to walk
out to the lighthouse.
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| NS 43/a> |
Lockeport (Gull Rock) (370) Located on a
small rocky island at the entrance to Lockeport Harbour. Accessible only
by boat.
Photo courtesy farleigh12 [Webshots]
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| NS 43A |
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Port Mouton (396)
Location: Northeast point of Spectacle Island, Port Mouton Bay,
southwest coast of Nova Scotia.
This lighthouse can be seen from Summerville or Hunts Point, or by boat
charter originating from Port Mouton.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
NS 45
[74] |
Western Head (405)
From Route 3 in Liverpool, follow Bristol Avenue to a
stop sign. Turn left on Main Street, then right on School Street. After
about .7 mile turn right on Western Head Road and follow for 4.2 miles to Breakwater Road and turn left.
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots]
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| NS 46 |
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Coffin Island (407) Accessible by boat only, although the lighthouse can be
seen from spots along the shore, including the Beach Meadows Roadside
Pull-off on Route 331 east of Liverpool.
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots] |
NS 47
[75] |
Fort Point
(410)
latitude 44º 2' 37.2" N longitude 64º 42' 37.2" W
July 6, 2008
Fort Point Lighthouse Park is located at the end of
Main Street in Liverpool.
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NS 48
[76] |
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Medway Head (1983) (415)
latitude 44º 6' 10.6" N longitude 64º 32' 22.6" W
July 6, 2008
From Route 103: Take Exit 17A and follow for 4.5 miles to
Long Cove Road. Turn right and follow to the lighthouse.
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NS 48o
[76] |
Medway Head (1927)
latitude 44º 6' 8.2" N longitude 64º 32' 32.1" W
July 6, 2008
Across the road from the new light is the original
lighthouse (with the light removed), peggynow a private residence.
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NS 48P
[77] |
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Port Medway (413)
latitude 44º 7' 54.8" N longitude 64º 34' 33.7" W
July 6, 2008
From Route 103: Take Exit 17A and follow for 4.5 miles to the intersection with Long Cove
Road. Continue a short distance to the Port Medway Lighthouse Park. The
park includes interpretive signs, green spaces, gardens, benches and a
lookout area.
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| NS 49 |
Mosher's Island (423)
The old wooden lighthouse was destroyed by the Canadian Coast Guard in
1989 and was replaced by a fiberglass structure. The Mosher Island
Lighthouse Preservation Society seeks to preserve, protect and the
promote the light station (except the operational light), emphasizing
its historical significance, educational opportunities and tourism
potential. Creaser's Cove Boat Tours in Riverport offers trips to Mosher
Island. Call (902) 527-6313 or email for details.
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 49A |
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Battery Point Breakwater
(438)
latitude 44º 21' 36.3" N longitude 64º 17'
46.9" W
It is only seen VERY distantly from the major wharf in
Lunenburg, or up close from tour boats. Located on a breakwater from
National Sea Products. On the land side is a high steel security fence
and guard DOGS (!) so "I" didn't try to go into property."
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 49B |
Kaulbach Island Range (453) |
Location: Northeast end of Kaulbach Island, Mahone Bay,
south coast of Nova Scotia. |
| NS 49C |
Quaker Island
(456)
latitude 44º 30' 53.3" N
longitude 64º 13' 57.5" W
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Location: Off Chester Harbour, south coast of Nova
Scotia. The light can be seen
from the waterfront in Chester. |
| NS 49D |
Gunning Point Island (Tanner Pass) (446) |
Location: East end of Tanner Island, Lunenberg Harbour,
south shore of Nova Scotia. |
| NS 51 |
East Ironbound Island
(469)
latitude 44º 26' 22.6" N longitude 64º 4'
58.8" W
Location: Highest point of land on east side of East
Ironbound Island, entrance to Mahone Bay. (Need a boat to get here)
You can purchase this photo from
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| NS 51A. |
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Pearl Island (Green Island) (471)
Location: Entrance to Mahone Bay, south coast of Nova Scotia.
You can purchase this photo from
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NS 51B
[78] |
Indian Harbour (Paddys Head) (482)
latitude 44º 31' 19.2" N longitude 63º 56'
44.9" W
This lighthouse can be seen from Route 333. To reach
the lighthouse, leave Route 333 and head south on Paddy's Head Road.
Park near a gravel road and proceed on foot. It is a strenuous walk to
the lighthouse.
You can purchase this photo from
marinas.com |
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NS 52
[79] |
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Peggy's Point
(487)
latitude 44º 29' 31.3" N longitude 63º 55'
8.3" W
July 6, 2008Turn south off Route 103 onto Route 333 at Exit 2A
or Exit 5. Continue on St. Margaret's Bay Road for 3 kilometers. Turn
west onto Prospect Road for about 40 kilometers and continue to Peggy's
Cove.
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| NS 53 |
Betty Island (495)
latitude 44º 26' 19.7" N longitude 63º 46'
1.2" W
Location: Brig Point, Prospect Bay, South Shore of Nova
Scotia.
You can purchase this photo from
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NS 54
[80) |
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Terence Bay (498)
latitude 44º 27'
36.1" N longitude 63º 42' 20.2" W
Leave Highway 103 and take Route 333 to a left turn
heading to Terence Bay. In the village of Terence Bay, turn left on
Sandy Cove Road. Follow to the end of the road. There's a walkway to the
lighthouse so access doesn't cross private property.
Photo courtesy P. J. Gergely [Flickr] |
| NS 55 |
Sambro Island (507) Located on Sambro Island about 3 km off the mouth of Halifax Harbour.
Accessible by boat tours from Ketch Harbour.
Photo courtesy PW Hsu [Webshots]
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| NS 55A |
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Sambro Harbour (505)
latitude 44º 28' 30" N longitude 63º 63' 45.6" W
Located at the end of Bull Point Road, off NS 349 in Sambro.
Accessible by a short walk from parking provided at the end of the
road.
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 55P |
Pennant Harbour (501)
latitude 44º 28' 15.5" N
longitude 63º 38' 3.6" W
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Pennant Harbour, north side of entrance to Pennant
Cove, south coast of Nova Scotia (less than 1000' from route 349). |
| NS 56 |
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Chebucto Head (513)
latitude 44º 30'
26.3" N longitude 63º 31' 20.9" W
Follow Route 253 to Herring Cove, then follow Route 349
to Duncan's Cove Road (left).
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots] |
| NS 57 |
Maugher's Beach (527)
latitude 44º 36' 8.3" N longitude 63º 32' 0.7" W
July 5, 2008
For information on the ferry to McNab's Island from Fishermans Cove, Eastern Passage, call (902) 465-4563 or check this
website. The lighthouse is about a 30-minute
walk from the ferry landing. We took this photo from the harbor cruise.
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| NS 58 |
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George's Island (Halifax Harbour Inner Range) (538)
latitude 44º 38' 26.1" N longitude 63º 33'
37.2" W
July 5, 2008
The island is the site of historic fortifications, which are being
restored; the island will then be open to the public. Located on the
west side of George's Island opposite downtown Halifax.
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| NS 59 |
Devil's Island (545)
latitude 44º 34'
51.6" N longitude 63º 27' 28.8" W
Location: Southeast end of Devil's Island, northeast
entrance to Halifax Harbour, south coast of Nova Scotia.
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NS 59A
[56] |
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Musquodoboit Harbour Front Range (568)
latitude 44º 41' 41.6" N longitude 63º 4'
40.8" W
Follow the road for Ostrea Lake from Route 7. After
about 12.4 km follow Kent Road to the right. The Seaview
Fisherman's B & B is a short distance ahead; the Rear Range Light is
behind the B & B -- you should ask permission to access the property.
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 60 |
Jeddore Rock (570)
latitude 44º 39' 47.3" N
longitude 63º 0' 36.6" W
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Located atop a rocky islet about 6 km southeast of French Point |
| NS 61 |
Egg Island
(580) |
East side of entrance to Clam Bay, eastern shore of
Nova Scotia. |
| NS 61A |
Owls Head (582) |
Location: Entrance to False Passage and Owls Bay, south
coast of Nova Scotia. |
| NS 61F |
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Spry Bay Range (Tomlee Range) (591)
Follow a gravel road about 0.8 miles east of Spry Bay
and drive to the end, about ¾ miles; then follow the power line along
a foot path for about 0.8 miles.
Photo may be purchased from
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| NS 61G |
Sheet Rock [Harbour] (594)
The original lighthouse and dwelling were
burned by the Canadian Coast Guard when the present tower was erected in
1980.
Photo may be purchased from
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NS 62
[57] |
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Sheet Harbour Passage Front Range (598)
July 4, 2008Driving west, exit route 7 at Beaver Harbour
heading south to sheet Harbour Passage. Turn right after 1.5 km
onto a gravel road. At 3.7 km turn left onto Davidson Road and
immediately right on Back Cove Road to the front range (on the left.) |
| NS 62R |
Sheet Harbour Passage Rear Range
July 4, 2008This light is on the opposite side of the passage, up the
hill, and behind a house. It took 3 tries up and down the road to
find it.
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| NS 64 |
Liscomb (615)
Located on Cranberry Point, on the southwest
side of the island, marking the entrance to Liscomb Harbour. Accessible
only by boat.
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NS 65
[58] |
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Port Bickerton (1963) (629)
July 4, 2008At the right-angle intersection on route 211, follow the sign for lighthouse
road along the edge of the water for a distance of 3.3 km.
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| NS 65o |
Port Bickerton (1919)
July 4, 2008According to the Antigonish-Eastern Shore tourist
association, this is an earlier light here. Our local docents said
this was the original keeper's dwelling. Other documents imply
that both are true.
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NS 66
[59] |
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Fisherman's Harbour (634)
July 4, 2008Take the exit for Fisherman's Harbour off Route 211.
Follow to the wharf. To reach the lighthouse, a short boat ride is
necessary out to the spit of land that forms the Harbour Channel.
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NS 66A
[60] |
Isaacs Harbour (635)
July 4, 2008
Follow the paved road from route 316 south into
Isaac's Harbour. At 3.1 km, the pavement ends and at 3.5
km there is a gate leading into the road used by the pulpwood
trucks. Park at the gate and walk about 2 miles to the light.
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| NS 66B |
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Country Island (639)
The keeper's houses at this station were
destroyed by the Canadian Coast Guard in February 2004. The
island is an important bird nesting site; Environment Canada is
considering Country Island as a potential Migratory Bird
Sanctuary.
Photo may be purchased from
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NS 67
[61] |
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Charlo's Cove (648)
July 4, 2008
On the north side of Route 316 at the
west end of the village, you'll see it just before the church. |
| NS 67A |
Hog Island (Port Felix) (654) |
Location: East end of Hog Island, Tor Bay, southeast
coast of Nova Scotia. |
| NS 67B |
Three Top Island (Whitehaven) (657) |
Location: Entrance to Whitehead Harbour, Tor Bay, south
coast of Nova Scotia. |
| NS 67C |
White Head Island (Whitehaven Harbour) (659) |
There's anonther Whitehead Island in Argyle Bay. Don't
get them confused. |
| NS 68 |
Sable Island West (665) |
This lighthouse has been rebuilt and moved several
times. The present structure was discontinued on July 1, 2004. |
| NS 69 |
Sable Island East (666) |
Written permission from the Canadian Coast Guard is
needed to visit Sable Island. |
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| NS 69F |
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Canso Front Range
July 4, 2008
The front light is near the water, 1,261 feet further on Union street from the rear light (see
below).
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NS 70
[62] |
Canso Rear Range (672)
Follow Union Street in Canso to a hospital. Park near the hospital. The
rear range light is just off the road ahead on the right.
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| NS 70C |
Cranberry Islands (Cape Canso) (668) |
Location: Southern end of Cranberry Island, Canso
Harbour, Cape Breton. Accessible
by boat only; the lighthouse can be seen from near the hospital on Union
Street in Canso. |
| NS 71 |
Queensport
(683)
July 4, 2008You can see the lighthouse from a picnic area (Queensport
Lighthouse Look-off) on Highway 16. Another view is just west of the lookoff.
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| NS 71A |
Guysborough [Harbour] |
Location: Peart Point, west side of the entrance to
Guysborough Harbour. |
NS 73
[63] |
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Eddy Point Front Range (689.3)
July 4, 2008
The white, conical steel lighthouse in this
location was removed in March 2002. It's been replaced by this range
pair. |
| NS 73R |
Eddy Point Rear Range
July 4, 2008I guess the song about the Eddy Point light (popular in
the '60s, has become historical.
This light is just uphill from the front range.
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| NS 74 |
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North Canso (883) From Route 4 in East
Havre Boucher, a small lane leads to the light. Walking, rather than
driving, down the lane is recommended; it's about a mile to the light
Photo courtesy bigsister861 [Webshots] |
NS 75
[34] |
Havre Boucher Rear Range (884)
latitude 45º 40' 34.7" N longitude 61º 31' 40.3" W
June 30, 2008
From Route 104 (Trans-Canada Highway) take the east exit for
Havre Boucher. Turn left at a stop sign. After a short distance you will
see the rear range light on a hill and the front range light about 1,429
feet away.
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| NS 75F |
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Havre Boucher Front Range
latitude 45º 40' 55.2" N longitude 61º 31' 37.2" W
June 30, 2008
If you carefully cross the railroad tracks, you can see
the front range light as well.
|
NS 76
[33] |
Cape George Point (892)
latitude 45º 52' 28" N longitude 61º 54' 2.1" W
June 29, 2008
From Route 337 near Ballantynes Cove turn onto
Lighthouse Road. There is parking near the lighthouse -- it's a spectacular view.
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| NS 76A |
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Arisaig
latitude 45º 42' 43.4" N longitude 62º 10' 18.8" W
June 29, 2008
A new light (2007) in the model of an old light, marking the end of the breakwater for
the commercial fishery
|
NS 77F
[32] |
Trenton Front Range (East River) (910)
latitude 45º 37' 25.7" N longitude 62º 38' 52.8" W
June 29, 2008
This light can be seen just after you leave the harbour
bridge from Pictou going into Trenton.
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| NS 77R |
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Trenton Rear Range
June 29, 2008Standing next to the front range, you can see the rear
range in the distance.
|
NS 78
[31] |
Pictou Bar (906.3)
June 29, 2008
The wooden tower that was here has been destroyed. A minimal
metal structure replaces it. To get close to this light, cross
over to the east side of the channel, go past Pictou landing, park on
the beach and walk out to the light.
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NS 78F
[30] |
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Pictou Harbour Front Range (903.4)
June 29, 2008
Location: North side of the entrance to
Pictou Harbour, Northumberland Strait. From the seaview Cemetery,
follow the beach about 1/4 mile (away from the cemetery and accross the
stream). The front range will be above you. |
| NS 78R |
Pictou Harbour Rear Range
June 29, 2008From the front range, you can see the rear range across private
property and in front of the trees.
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| NS 78M |
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Museum in Pictou Harbour
June 29, 2008This is a recent addition based on a gift to the museum.
It is a faux light, but based on Nova Scotia designs.
|
NS 79
[29] |
Caribou Island
(918)
latitude 45º 45' 52.4" N longitude 62º 40' 49" W
June 29, 2008
Take Highway 6 at the Pictou Rotary
towards River John. Turn right after about four miles at Three Brooks.
Follow this road for approximately 2.5 miles. Just before Central Caribou
you will turn left onto Shore road. Travel Shore road for two
miles until you come to Waterside. When you reach Waterside, follow the
signs for the Provincial Park and turn right towards the shore.
You continue through the parking area eventually turning left
onto the road that runs the length of the island. The lighthouse is at
the other end of the peninsula.
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NS 80
[28] |
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Wallace Harbour Front Range (924)
latitude 45º 48' 46.4" N longitude 63º 27'
43.2" W
June 29, 2008
This lighthouse is located on the side of Route 6 in
Wallace.
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| NS 80A |
Mullins Point Range
June 29, 2008
The 1894 lighthouse still exists but has been moved.
Its design is unique in the Atlantic provinces, although a few examples
of this style are known in Ontario's Georgian Bay (Jones Island Rear
Light and Snug Harbour Rear Light). The Mullins Point Lighthouse, now a
private property, has been recognized as a heritage structure.
(North Wallace, on the North side of the harbor entrance) |
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| NS 81 |
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Pugwash (926)
The old lighthouse is easily viewed from the road in Pugwash. (On
6/29/2008, we didn't find this light on highway 6.)
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
NS 82
(27) |
Coldspring Head (941)
latitude 45º 57' 44.9" N longitude 63º 51' 53.8" W
June 29, 2008
From Route 366 (Sunrise Trail) take a right on Lane
#26. Look for a sign for Cold Spring Head. Follow that road for about .4
mile. Look for a right, then an immediate left to an open field and the
lighthouse.
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| NS 83 |
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St. Paul's Island (North Point)
(1476)Landing on St. Paul Island is not permitted except by
special permit issued by the Canadian Coast Guard.
Photo courtesy AfternoonSunlight [Flickr]
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| NS 83B |
St. Paul Island (South Point) (1477) |
Location: Originally in Cabot Strait off northern Cape
Breton, Gulf of St. Lawrence. |
| NS 84 |
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Cape North (854)
This light marks the northern extremity of Cape Breton Island.
The light station is accessible from the Cabot Trail spur at Bay St.
Lawrence, but the last few miles are by a dirt road, probably not
passable except by hiking or 4WD.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
NS 84M
[41] |
Man of War Point
Rear Range
(809.7)
latitude 46º 11' 2.6" N longitude 60º 33' 4" W
July 8, 2008
Take Exit 15 off the Trans-Canada Highway in
Boularderie. After about 5 miles, turn right on a dirt road (literally
Man of War Point road, but poorly marked). At a T intersection turn
right on the Lighthouse Trail. From the parking area there is about a
fifteen minute walk to the front range lighthouse. The rear range
is right there.
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NS 85
[40] |
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Neil's Harbour
(851)
latitude 46º 48' 23.4" N longitude 60º 19' 12 "W
July 1, 2008
Take the road to Neil's Harbour from the Cabot Trail. Turn right on
Lighthouse Road (gravel) to the lighthouse.
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| NS 86 |
Ingonish Harbour (847)
July 1, 2008This is the light that is at the entrance to Ingonish Harbour.
Not very impressive. There was a rumor that there is a light on
"the point"south of the village of Ingonish, but we couldn't find that.
|
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NS 86C
[42] |
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McNeil's Beach (Boularderie)
July 2, 2008
This lighthouse is on private property near Kelly's
View Road (dirt road), near Exit 13 off the Trans-Canada Highway, close
to the Seal Island Bridge. Basically, the only good view is from
the bridge. |
| NS 86D |
Gregory Island (841) |
Accessible only by boat. The lighthouse can
be seen distantly from near Cape George Harbour Lighthouse. |
| NS 86E |
Cameron Island (838) |
The lighthouse was originally the front light
of the Clarke Cove Range (which no longer exists). Located at the
northeast end of the island in Bras d'Or Lake. Accessible only by boat. |
NS 86H
[46] |
Gillis Point (832)
Location: Entrance to Maskell's Harbour, Great Bras
d'Or Channel, Cape Breton.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
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| NS 86J |
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Little Narrows (830)
June 30, 2008
Driving North on PH 105, take the Little Narrows Exit
and park in front of the Ferry dock. That's where I took this
picture. |
| NS 86K |
Kidston Island East (Baddeck)
(815)
June 30, 2008There's a light on each end of Kidston Island.
With the help of Mel from Inverary Resorts, we made a loop around the
island and captured both.
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| NS 86L |
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Kidston Island West
June 30, 2008This is clearly not as impressive a light as the one on the
other end, but Mel tells me it originally had an enclosed cap on it as
well.
|
NS 86P
[47] |
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Cape George Harbor (St. Peter's)
From Route 4 in St. Peter's, look for a sign that says
"Bras d'Or Lighthouse Campground." Turn right on this dirt road and
follow to a parking area. The lighthouse can be seen after a hike over a
hill.
Photo courtesy Bill Clyne [Flickr] |
NS 87
[43] |
Great Bras d'Or Range
(803)
latitude 46º 17' 8.6" N longitude 60º 25' 1.8" W
July 2, 2008
From Route 105 take Exit 14 into Big Bras d'Or. Take a left at a
sign for Ferry Road and follow to the end. The rear range light is near
the end of the road. (I couldn't find it.) The front range light is located in a private area
and is difficult to see.
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NS 87A
[44] |
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Black
Rock Point
(799)
latitude 46º 18' 18.3" N longitude 60º 23' 29.5" W
July 2, 2008
From Route 105, take Exit 14. At the fire station turn
onto Black Point Road, and follow it to the end. Turn left and drive
about a half-mile on a dirt road to a gate. The lighthouse is a few
minutes walk from here.
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NS 88
[45] |
Point Aconi (796)
latitude 46º 20' 9.3" N longitude 60º 17' 32.5" W
July 2, 2008
At Highway 105 the Bras d'Or Lakes Scenic Drive turns left across a
bridge. Just after crossing the bridge, a right turn off Highway 105
leads to the Point Aconi Lighthouse.
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NS 89
[55] |
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Sydney Range
(782)
latitude 46º 10' 48.7" N longitude 60º 14'
0.4" W
July 2, 2008The Sydney Range Lights are located off Route 239. Take Exit 4 off
Highway 125 and follow to a second stop sign. Turn left and follow until
you see a small dirt road. The Front Range Light is near this road. The
Rear Range Light is just before the dirt road, on the left.
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| NS 89R |
Sydney Rear Range
latitude 46º 10' 27.7" N longitude 60º 15'
19.9" W
July 2, 2008
Just south of the front range is a farm marked as "two
lights farm." Three driveways south of that is the driveway that
leads to the rear range. This is private property, so permission
is necessary.
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| NS 89S |
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Sydney Bar (778)
latitude 46º 12'
17.1" N
longitude 60º 12' 44.3" W
July 2, 2008Earlier lights at this exposed location were destroyed repeatedly by
storms. Located on the end of the southeast bar in Sydney Harbour.
Accessible only by boat. |
NS 90
[54] |
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Low
Point (775)
latitude 46º 16'
1.7" N longitude 60º 7' 32.6" W
July 2, 2008Follow Route 28 to New Victoria. Turn left on Brown's Road; after .4
mile turn right and continue for .4 mile. Turn left on a
dirt road and drive a short distance to a gate. The lighthouse is a very
short walk past the gate.
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NS 91
(53) |
Louisbourg
(756)
latitude 45º 54' 24.6" N longitude 59º 57' 30" W
July 3, 2008
This was Canada's first lighthouse station and the second in North
America. From Louisburg take
Havenside Road to Lighthouse Point.
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| NS 91A |
Main à Dieu (766) |
It may be that the light can be seen across the Main-à-Dieu Channel
from the village of Main-à-Dieu, but on July 3, 2008, we couldn't find
it. |
| NS 91B |
Glace Bay North Breakwater
(774)
latitude 46º 11' 56.8" N longitude 59º 56'
52.8" W
July 3, 2008
Location: Outer end of North Breakwater, Glace Bay,
southeast coast of Cape Breton.
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| NS 91S |
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Scatarie (767)
Location: Northeast point of Scatarie
Island, off easternmost point of Cape Breton.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
NS 92
[52] |
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Gabarus
(753)
latitude 45º 50' 36.1" N longitude 60º 8' 50" W
July 3, 2008
Follow Harbour Point Road from the village of Gabarus. Watch for an
open grassy area at about ½ km. The lighthouse can be
reached via a short walk following the narrow path from here.
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| NS 93A |
Rouse Point (752.6)
latitude 45º 50' 36.5" N
longitude 60º 7' 56.9" W
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Location: Rouse Point, southeastern Cape Breton. (a 3-5
minute stroll) |
NS 94
[51] |
Fourchu Head (747)
latitude 45º 43' 2.6" N longitude 60º 13' 48" W
This light station is accessible via a fairly rugged hike from South
Fourchu, beginning at a breakwater near fishing wharves and a cemetery.
Photo courtesy djbjr [Webshots]
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NS 95
[50] |
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Jerome Point
(734)
latitude 45º 38' 53.9" N longitude 60º 52' 22.8" W
July 3, 2008
Follow Route 4 into Battery Provincial Park just east of
St. Peter's.
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| NS 95R |
River Bourgeois (Lennox Passage)
(732)
latitude 45º 37' 33.2" N longitude 60º 56' 50.6" W
July 3, 2008
Location: East side of entrance to River
Bourgeois, south coast of Cape Breton.
This light is a replica built in 2004 of the original 1903 light.
|
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NS 96
[49] |
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Grandique Point (Isle Madame) (729)
The lighthouse is easily accessible in Lennox Passage Provincial
Park, on Route 320. Enter the park and follow the gravel road to the
lighthouse.
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com |
| NS 97 |
Green Island (722) |
Six miles south of Cape Forchu, off western end of Nova Scotia.
Thus boat's about the only way to get here. |
| NS 98a[48] |
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Isle Madame (Arichat)
(704.8)
"This was pretty remote. Out a long paved road, where it turned to
undrivable dirt road,
which we walked. Just before it turned to dirt there was an abandoned house,
anyone looking for a house in Arichat could probably pick it up on the cheap."
Photo courtesy Martin [Flickr] |
NS 99
[35] |
Balache Point Range
(701)
latitude 45º 38' 53.6" N longitude 61º 24' 52.8" W
June 30, 2008
From the Trans-Canada Highway from Port Hastings, turn right just
after the bridge on the way from the Canso Causeway.
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| NS 99A |
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Margaree Island (Sea Wolf Island) (874)
Location: Off the west coast of Cape Breton Island.
Accessible by boat only.
The island, but not the light, can be seen from the mainland. (See
the range lights on the island below.)
Photo may be purchased from
marinas.com
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| NS 100 |
Henry Island
(881) |
Located on the west side of the island facing
St. George's Bay. The island is privately owned, but
tours to the island and
lighthouse can be arranged. Accessible only by boat. |
NS 101
[36]
|
Mabou Harbour (876)
June 30, 2008From Route 19 in Mabou, take Mabou Harbour Road. Turn left at the
sign for Mabou Harbour Wharf (dirt road) and follow to the end
|
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NS 102
[37] |
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Margaree Harbour Front Range (872)
latitude 46º 26' 22.3" N longitude 61º 6' 46" W
June 30, 2008
From Route 219, take the Margaree Harbour Shore Road. Turn right and
follow to the end of the road at Margaree Harbour. Climb the hill to the
left to see the lighthouses.
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| NS 102R |
Margaree Harbour Rear Range
latitude 46º 26' 20.6" N longitude 61º 6' 46.3" W
June 30, 2008It's a fairly steep climb up to the Front Range, but an
easy walk to a place where you can take this photo.
|
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NS 103
[38] |
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Enragée Point (867)
latitude 46º 38' 59.2" N longitude 61º 1' 30.4" W
July 1, 2008
From the Cabot Trail, follow the sign to Cheticamp Island. Take a
right onto a dirt road leading to the harbour. The lighthouse is past a
warning sign stating that visitors are only allowed during the day.
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| NS 103A |
Chéticamp Harbour
latitude 46º 37' 57.1" N longitude 61º 0' 41" W
July 1, 2008
This lighthouse is in the center of town on the boardwalk
below the Harbour Restaurant & Bar. It now serves as the office for
Acadian Whale Cruise.
|
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NS 104
[39] |
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Caveau Point Rear Range
(862)
latitude 46º 38' 51" N longitude 60º 59' 55.1" W
July 1, 2008
On the point, at the entrance to the Eastern Harbour, west coast of
Cape Breton Island. If you are driving south on the Cabot
Trail, this will be on the left at the same time you spot Enragee
Point on he right.
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| NS 104F |
Caveau Point Front Range
latitude 46º 38' 51.5" N longitude 61º 0' 2.8" W
July 1, 2008
This light is right next to the water below the other
side of private property, so ask before crossing.
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