King's Cove Head Light
King's Cove Head Light has a focal height of 54 metres and a range of 5 nautical miles. It was built in 1893.
- Focal height
- 54 metres
- Range
- 5 nautical miles
- Built
- 1893
- Coordinates
- 48.56667, -53.33611
King's Cove is a small town in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The King's Cove Head Light is a prominent feature of the town, standing on a concrete base with a cylindrical cast iron tower, balcony, and lantern. The tower is painted white and is managed by the Canadian Coast Guard.
The town of King's Cove was founded by James Aylward from Keels, who was born in Ireland in 1690. The post office was established in 1851, and the town has a rich history. The King's Cove Head Light has been an important aid to navigation for mariners, helping to guide them through the rocky coastline.
Today, the King's Cove Head Light is still an important part of the town's identity, and it is listed as one of the lighthouses in Canada. The town of King's Cove has a population of around 75 people, according to the 2021 census, and it is a small but vibrant community with a strong sense of history and tradition. The King's Cove Head Light is a significant landmark in the town, and it continues to play an important role in the town's heritage and identity.
Light and tower
The light has a focal height of 54 metres. The light has a range of 5 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 1620. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it H0540.
Details
- Range Nm
- 5
- Nga Number
- 1620
- Year Built
- 1893
- Focal Height M
- 54
- Admiralty Number
- H0540