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As the ferry from the mainland docks in North Head, Swallowtail Light welcomes visitors to Grand Manan. Swallowtail Light is one of the few remaining wooden lighthouses in Canada and is set on a piece of land almost detached from the rest of the island - to only be reached by a footbridge. From Swallowtail spot seals, harbour porpoises and whales, as well as two herring weirs, and in the early morning witness simply breathtaking sunrises over the Bay of Fundy. Today the lightkeeper's house is leased as a bed and breakfast, however the lighthouse is still owned by Transport Canada.
Other facts:
- Established in 1860 with minor alterations in 1980
- Automated in 1986
Directions: From the ferry landing, turn right and follow Route 776 up hill to the light.
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