Cape North Lighthouse

The wooden octagonal lighthouse reaches 62 feet in height, featuring white shingles and a red iron lantern at its summit with a fourth order bulls eye lens.

Constructed in 1865 for over 5000 dollars, this lighthouse has been relocated six times due to coastal erosion affecting its original position at North Cape.

The lighthouse marks the northernmost point of Prince Edward Island where the Gulf of St Lawrence meets the Northumberland Strait, guiding maritime traffic through hazardous waters.

Visitors can reach the lighthouse by following Route 12 to its end at coordinates 47 03 27.7 N, 63 59 48.8 W, though the structure remains fenced for safety.

The interior structure contains 14-inch corner posts with metal cable reinforcement, and the lantern emits a yellow flash every five seconds visible for 18 nautical miles.

Location: Alta Vista

Location: Ottawa

GPS coordinates: 45.40210,-75.62381

Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:51