Quick Facts
History & Description
The Sheet Harbour Range Lights were lit with kerosene until they were electrified. Laurie A. Spears was caretaker by 1937, and held that position until he died in 1957. The lanterns were lit every night and extinguished in the morning, and Mr. Spears daughter remembers going with her father in the morning to help blow out the lamps. He used a horse and wagon to get to the lights.
The Front Range Light is a tapered square wood tower painted white with a red stripe, standing 27 feet tall with a light height of 52 feet above water level. Established in 1915, it works with the Rear Range Light to form the Sheet Harbour Passage range, guiding vessels through the passage between the mainland and Sober Island on the Eastern Shore. It was automated by 1993 and remains an active navigational aid.
📍 Location & Directions
County: HRM
Region: Eastern Shore
Access: By Car
Scenic Route: Marine Drive
🗺️ 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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📍 Explore Eastern Shore
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