Long Point Lighthouse, Heritage lighthouse in Crow Head, Canada
Long Point Lighthouse stands outside Crow Head on North Twillingate Island, off Newfoundland's northeast coast. The active light was completed in 1876 and is a recognized federal heritage building, a heritage lighthouse and a municipal heritage site. It draws thousands of visitors to Twillingate each year.
Long Point Lighthouse was completed in 1876 outside Crow Head on North Twillingate Island, off Newfoundland's northeast coast. Samuel Roberts served as keeper from 1875 to 1893, and the post stayed with the Roberts family for decades: R.E. Roberts (1893–1896), R.S. Roberts (1897–1912), then John and George Roberts in 1932. Edgar Sharpe held the post from 1952 to 1980, followed by Allan Roberts, Barry Porter and Jack May until 2004.
The lighthouse holds multiple heritage designations, representing maritime navigation history for the northeastern coast of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Visitors can explore the lighthouse grounds and view the structure from outside, though tower access may be restricted depending on maintenance or weather. It is worth checking conditions ahead of time since coastal winds and storms can affect accessibility.
The lighthouse is staffed by keepers whose tenures are documented from Samuel Roberts in 1875 to Jack May, who left in 2004. Several were Roberts family members, and Barry Porter served two separate terms, returning in 2003. The site draws thousands of tourists each year.
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