English: This attractive lighthouse, which originally was built on a pier, now sits on a crib at the east side of the entrance to Shelburne Harbour. At low tide the tapered wooden tower is accessible across a sand bar. There is a sandy beach, swimming, birding, and a community hall where snacks may be available. Many festivals and activities take place here in summer, especially lobster dinners.

Light Type: Cassion Light Location: East side of entrance to Shelburne Harbour, originally on a pier Standing: This light is still standing. Operating: This light is operational Automated: All operating lights in Nova Scotia are automated. Date Automated: Automated by 1980 Decommissioned:T his light has been decommissioned. Began: 1873 Year Lit: 1873 Structure Type: Tapered square wood tower, white, concrete base Light Characteristic: Fixed Red (1990) Tower Height: 044ft feet high. Light Height: 047ft feet above water level.

The Sandy Point Community Recreation Group saved the Sandy Point Lighthouse for future generations.