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Addenbroke Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Area A (Ocean Falls/Outer Coast), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Addenbroke Island Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 8 meters high and painted white, was built in 1998 on Addenbroke Island. It replaced a steel skeletal tower erected in 1968, which itself succeeded the original lighthouse first lit in 1914. The light is situated 24 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 5 seconds. This station is located in Fitz Hugh Sound, on the east side of Calvert Island, approximately 100 km north of Port Hardy. The site is open to the public, though the tower is not accessible.

Why it matters: The station's light guides vessels through Fitz Hugh Sound, a key navigational corridor for coastal shipping in British Columbia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1998
First Lit
1914

Significant events: Original lighthouse replaced by steel skeletal tower in 1968, current tower built in 1998

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white

Location

City
Area A (Ocean Falls/Outer Coast)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
on an island in Fitz Hugh Sound, on the east side of Calvert Island about 100 km north of Port Hardy and a similar distance southwest of Bella Coola
Latitude
51.6033°
Longitude
-127.8640°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Namu(15.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Addenbroke Island Lighthouse at night?+
Addenbroke Island displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Addenbroke Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Addenbroke Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Namu at 15.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Shearwater (34 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Addenbroke Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Addenbroke Island Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Addenbroke Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Addenbroke Island Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.