Elmira in Kings County, Prince Edward Island — The Atlantic Provinces (North America)
East Point
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 16, 2019
1. East Point Marker
The eastern terminus of the Confederation Trail is Elmira. It is a further nine kilometres by road to East Point, the eastern tip of land. The site is dominated by an octagonal white lighthouse built in 1867. Exceeding 19 metres (62') in height, it overlooks the Northumberland Strait and the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, a junction marked by a three-mile long reef extending east from the point.
The reef was created by the interaction of Atlantic tides opposing the constant flow of the St. Lawrence River. Also, the ebb tide flows around the Island at different velocities, meeting at the point. The result is very turbulent water and historically, very treacherous conditions for shipping. The phenomenon creates an attraction for birdwatchers. East Point is the best observation point in the province for seabirds. Turbulence over the shallow reef disturbs the bottom bringing food near the surface. Food attracts fish and fish attract the birds, especially when offshore Atlantic weather is severe. Northern Gannet, Red-throated Loon, Puffin, Northern Pintail, Iceland and Glaucous Gulls, White-winged and Black Scoter,
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With over 400 km of paths, Prince Edward Island’s Confederation Trail is a wonderful way to explore our beautiful Island.
Le terminus à l'est du Sentier de la Confédération est celui d'Elmira. Pour aller à East Point, l'extrémité orientale de l'Île, il faut faire neuf kilomètres de plus vers l'est. L'endroit est dominé par un phare blanc octogonal construit en 1867. D'une hauteur de plus de 19 mètres (62 pi), il surplombe le détroit de Northumberland et le golfe du Saint-Laurent, un confluent marqué par un récif de trois milles de longueur allant vers l'est à partir de ce point.
Le récif a été créé par l'interaction des marées de l'Atlantique s'opposant au débit constant du fleuve Saint-Laurent. De plus, la marée descendante bouge à différentes vitesses autour de l'Île, et les eaux se rencontrent à ce point. L'eau est donc très turbulente et, dans le passé, elle a été très dangereuse pour la navigation. Le phénomène attire les ornithologues amateurs. East Point est le meilleur point d'observation de la province pour les oiseaux aquatiques. La turbulence sur le récif superficiel dérange le fond et transporte la nourriture près de la surface. La nourriture attire le poisson, et le poisson attire les oiseaux, surtout lorsque le temps au large de l'Atlantique
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 16, 2019
2. East Point Marker • wide view
(Elmira Railway Museum in left background)
(Elmira Railway Museum in left background)
Le Sentier de la Confédération est composé de plus de 400 km de pistes cyclables qui vous mèneront d'un bout à l'autre de la province.
Erected by Prince Edward Island Museum & Heritage, Trans Canada Trail and Confederation Trail.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.
Location. 46° 26.394′ N, 62° 3.985′ W. Marker is in Elmira, Prince Edward Island, in Kings County. Marker can be reached from Elmira Road, 1.6 kilometers south of Northside Road (Prince Edward Island Route 16), on the right when traveling south. Marker is located along the Confederation Trail, about 100 yards west of Elmira Road, near the Elmira Railway Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 457 Elmira Road, Elmira PE C0A 1K0, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 8 kilometers of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Elmira (here, next to this marker); Elmira Railway Museum / Musée ferroviaire d’Elmira (here, next
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 16, 2019
3. East Point Marker • wide view looking south
(Confederation Trail in background)
(Confederation Trail in background)
Also see . . . East Point Lighthouse. It was commonly held in the 19th century that the coast of Prince Edward Island Lighthouse suffered from inadequate lighting. The East Point Light was completed in 1867 for an allotted 750 British Pounds by the PEI Legislative Assembly. Light keeper dwelling was built at the same time. The light was the 10th constructed on Prince Edward Island. The tower and keeper’s cottage were erected by William McDonald. (Submitted on October 18, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 16, 2019
4. East Point Lighthouse and Foghorn Building /
Le phare et le bâtiment abritant la corne de brume
Le phare et le bâtiment abritant la corne de brume
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 16, 2019
5. East Point Lighthouse / Phare de la pointe est
(located about 9 km east of this marker)
(located about 9 km east of this marker)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 18, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 133 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 17, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 18, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
