4384 - Pearl Island to Cape La Have Navigation Chart (Nova Scotia)

Navigate the heart of Nova Scotia’s South Shore with the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) Nautical Chart 4384. This official marine chart provides critical coverage for the coastal waters spanning from Pearl Island to Cape LaHave. Mapped at a detailed 1:40,000 scale, it serves as the primary navigational guide for the approaches to the historic Lunenburg Bay, the scenic LaHave River, and the island-rich waters of Green Bay.

As an official CHS publication, Chart 4384 is a mandatory resource for mariners navigating this complex section of the Atlantic coast. It features comprehensive bathymetric soundings (in metres) and detailed seafloor composition, which are essential for avoiding the numerous submerged ledges and rocky shoals that define the South Shore. The chart provides accurate positioning for all major navigation aids, including the lights at Cross Island, Battery Point, and West Ironbound Island. Whether you are tracing the path of the Bluenose II into Lunenburg, seeking the sheltered reaches of the LaHave River, or transiting the offshore islands, Chart 4384 offers the precision and clarity required for a safe voyage. Updated to the latest Notice to Mariners (NTM), this chart is the gold standard for commercial fishing fleets, shipping, and recreational sailors alike.

Technical Specifications

• Chart Number: 4384

• Scale: 1:39,023

• Region: Atlantic Coast (South Shore, Nova Scotia)

• Coverage: Pearl Island, Cross Island, Lunenburg Bay, Rose Bay, Kingsburg, the LaHave River mouth, and Cape LaHave.

• Dimensions: Approximately 34" x 48" (Standard large format).

• Format: Printed on heavy-duty kraft paper; meets official carriage requirements for vessels in Canadian waters.

Key Navigation Features

• Lunenburg Approaches: High-detail mapping for entering the UNESCO World Heritage site of Lunenburg Harbour.

• LaHave River Entrance: Clear depth data for navigating the sandbars and channels at the mouth of the LaHave River.

• Aids to Navigation: Precise locations and light characteristics for the major coastal lights and offshore buoys.

• Safety Information: Clearly identifies shipwrecks, submerged obstructions, and dangerous rocky ledges like the "Bull Rock" area.

• Bathymetry: Features high-density depth contours and spot soundings (in metres) to assist in anchoring and coastal transit.