Prince Edward Island: Lighthouses
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VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton
Because it is surrounded by water, Prince Edward Island has often required the use of lighthouses to help those traveling to and from the island. While many are no longer in use, they are part of the province's history. And there are quite a few still standing open to the public. In this http://www.WatchMojo.com video, we take a look at the Point Prim, Wood Islands, Panmure Head, New London Range Rear and CApe Tryon lighthouses found in Prince Edward Island.
The Lighthouses of Prince Edward Island
This province is known as the Gentle Island. Welcome to WatchMojo.com and today we’ll be taking a look at some of the many lighthouses found in Prince Edward Island.
Beacons of Light
As an island surrounded by water, PEI has always placed special importance on these beacons of light that guide sailors away from potentially dangerous spots and towards secure harbors.
Point Prim
Constructed in 1845, the Point Prim Lighthouse is the oldest on the island. Located on the southern shore, it leads to PEI’s largest bay, Hillsborough Bay, and is one of the few brick lighthouses in Canada. Designed by architect Isaac Smith, it stands at over 59 feet in height and can be experienced via a guided tour.
Wood Islands
You’ll find the Wood Islands lighthouse just a little further east in the Wood Islands community, which is accessible by ferry. At over 49 feet tall, this lighthouse sits on a peninsula and borders the Northumberland Strait, as well as the Wood Islands Provincial Park. It began its days in 1876 and is now a Lighthouse Museum and Interpretive Centre that is open to visitors.
Panmure Head
Even further east is Prince Edward Island’s oldest wooden and octagonal lighthouse: the Panmure Head Lighthouse. Constructed in 1853, the 57-foot tall beacon leads the way to Georgetown Harbor and is open for tours during the summer season. Since it’s found on Panmure Island, be sure to take advantage of the white sand beach that’s found in the area.
New London Range Rear
Up north in Queens County, you’ll find the community of New London, where “Anne of Green Gables” author L.M. Montgomery was born. It is here that the New London Range Rear lighthouse stands among the dunes. Erected in 1876, it consists of a square tower that can be viewed from the outside, but is not open to the public.
Cape Tryon
Also up north and just a little west of New London is the Cape Tryon lighthouse. The original tower was built in 1905, but has since been moved and is now private property. Meanwhile, the current lighthouse dates back to 1976 and is made up of a shingled wooden tower. It is inaccessible to outsiders, but can be observed from a distance.
History
Many of the lighthouses still in existence in Prince Edward Island today are no longer in use. But, it’s worth the trip just to see the few that remain in order to learn more about their rich history as navigational aids for those traveling and working by the sea.
