4275: St. Peters Bay | Official Nova Scotia Marine Map

Navigate the intricate waters of Richmond County with the CHS Nautical Chart 4275: St. Peters Bay. Produced by the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), this official chart is the primary navigational resource for mariners entering the southern gateway to the Bras d'Or Lake.

This chart provides detailed coverage of St. Peters Bay, the southern approach to the historic St. Peters Canal, and the surrounding coastal features of Cape Breton Island. At a specialized scale, Chart 4275 offers critical data on water depths, rock hazards, and shoreline topography, ensuring safe passage for sailboats, powerboats, and commercial vessels transit between the Atlantic Ocean and the inland sea.

Key Navigational Features:

• Official Hydrography: Features up-to-date depth soundings, seabed characteristics, and tidal information.

• Aids to Navigation: Clearly identifies buoys, lights, beacons, and coastal landmarks essential for daytime and nighttime transit.

• Canal Approach: Provides detailed bathymetry for the approach to the St. Peters Canal National Historic Site, a vital link for the Cape Breton tourism and shipping industry.

• Regional Coverage: Includes the coastal waters adjacent to the village of St. Peter’s, reaching out toward the Lennox Passage area.

• Professional Standards: Meets all official carriage requirements for vessels operating in Canadian coastal waters.

Whether you are a local fisherman or a cruising sailor embarking on a journey through the Bras d'Or Lakes, this chart is an essential piece of safety equipment for your bridge or cockpit.