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Corran Point Lighthouse, Coastal lighthouse in Loch Linnhe, Scotland

Corran Point Lighthouse is a circular stone tower on a headland jutting into Loch Linnhe, rising approximately 13 meters above the water. The structure displays a white exterior with black lantern housing and ochre decorative details.

Robert Stevenson directed construction of this navigation aid in 1817 at the entrance to Corran Narrows. The structure was built to guide ships safely through this critical strait section of the loch.

The Northern Lighthouse Board maintains this Category C listed building as part of Scotland's maritime heritage system.

The tower emits white, red, and green light signals visible up to 10 nautical miles, guiding vessels through the narrow waters. The structure is accessible from land and offers views of ships passing through the narrows.

In 1898 this facility became Scotland's first automated navigation aid, switching from manual operation to oil gas technology. This made it an important precursor to modern remote-operated lighthouses.

Location: Highland

Location: Ardgour

Inception: 1817

Height: 13 m

GPS coordinates: 56.72087,-5.24233

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07

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