Quick Facts
History & Description
Digby Gut. - Point Prim (Prim Point), a rocky headland, is the west entrance point for Digby Gut, the deep water passage, 0.4 mile wide, between high steep shores, which leads to Annapolis Basin. Lights. - Point Prim light is shown from a white tower, with red vertical stripes, on the corner of a square building situated on the point (44.41 N, 65.47 W).Digby Gut light is shown from a skeleton tower, 24 feet (7.3 m) high, adjacent to a white building situated on the east side of the entrance to Digby Gut (44.41 N, 65.46 W).
Fog signals. - A signal of one blast every 30 seconds is sounded from the Point Prim light building; the horn points 318 deg.
📍 Location & Directions
County: Digby
Region: Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley
Access: By Car
Scenic Route: Evangeline Trail
🗺️ Visitor Information
How to Access: By Car.
Condition: This light is still standing.
📸 Best Photo Spots
Golden Hour
Visit during sunrise or sunset for spectacular lighting on the lighthouse structure. The golden light reflecting off the water creates stunning photo opportunities.
Classic Angle
Position yourself with the ocean or body of water behind the lighthouse for the classic Nova Scotia lighthouse shot. Include the rugged coastline in your frame.
Storm Watching
On moody Atlantic days, capture dramatic waves crashing against the shore near the lighthouse. Use a fast shutter speed to freeze the action.
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