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Lighthouse · Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador
Long Point Lighthouse
An 1876 lighthouse atop a cliff on northern Twillingate, a lookout for icebergs and whales, with coastal trails and a small exhibition centre.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Long Point Lighthouse
Long Point Lighthouse sits at Crow Head, on the northern tip of Twillingate Island, on a cliff about 100 meters above the sea. It was built of brick in 1876 and clad in reinforced concrete in 1929, after a tsunami hit the coast. It is the only lighthouse in Canada with that construction and remains in operation.
From the top of the cliff you can see Notre Dame Bay. In late spring, icebergs from Greenland drift close to the coast, and from June to August humpback and minke whales feed in the area. The former lightkeeper's house houses a centre with an exhibition about the town's and fishing's history.
Trails start at the lighthouse and follow the coast across rocks, fields and viewpoints, such as the Lower Little Harbour trail and the Cuckold's Point trail.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to three hours, including the trails.
Best time
From late May to August. Early morning or late afternoon light is best and the sea is often calmer then.
How to get there
At the end of Twillingate’s main road, in Crow Head, about 5 km from the harbour.
Tip
Bring binoculars and a windbreaker: the cliff is exposed and the wind is strong even in summer.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Long Point Lighthouse
When is Long Point Lighthouse from?
From 1876; it was clad in concrete in 1929.
Can you see icebergs from Long Point Lighthouse?
Yes — late May to June is the best time, but the number of icebergs varies year to year.
Are there trails near Long Point Lighthouse?
Yes, coastal trails leave from the lighthouse and pass by viewpoints.