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Managing Organization:
Canadian Coast Guard
Notes:
Bell Island was home to thriving iron mines from the late 19th century until 1966. As of January 2003 this is still a staffed light station.
Tower Height: 9
Height of Focal Plane: 174
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every six seconds, visible for eight nautical miles.
Description of Tower: White square tower attached to fog signal building.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1940
Date Present Tower Built: 1940
Fog Signal: Automated horn, three second blast every 30 seconds.
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? Yes.
Directions:
From St. John's it's a 20-minute drive to the ferry terminal at Portugal Cove, then a 20-minute ferry ride to Bell Island. For ferry information call (709) 895–6931. The lighthouse is at the eastern point of Bell Island at the end of Lighthouse Road. There is a scenic hiking trail from the lighthouse.
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