Cabot Head facts for kids
Cabot Head is a special piece of land in Ontario, Canada. It is located at the very top of the Bruce Peninsula. This peninsula acts like a natural wall. It separates a big part of Lake Huron, called Georgian Bay, from the rest of the lake.
Cabot Head got its name from a famous explorer, John Cabot. Even though John Cabot never explored the Great Lakes himself, the name was given to this area by John Graves Simcoe. Simcoe was an important figure who lived from 1752 to 1806.
Cabot Head Lighthouse
The Cabot Head Lighthouse stands tall above the water of Georgian Bay. It is about 80 feet (24 meters) above the water's surface. This historic lighthouse was first built in 1896. It is found on the eastern shore of the Wingfield Basin Provincial Nature Reserve. The lighthouse helps guide boats into a safe inlet, especially during bad weather.
In 1968, the original lighthouse tower was taken down. It was replaced with a new, automated light. This new light could work on its own without a keeper. Over the next 15 years, a group called "The Friends of Cabot Head Lighthouse Organization" worked hard. They restored the lighthouse to its former glory.
Today, the Cabot Head Lighthouse serves as a museum. Visitors can learn about its history and the lives of lighthouse keepers. People are also encouraged to explore the walking paths around the surrounding Nature Reserve. It is a great place to enjoy nature and learn about the area's past.
