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Amphitrite Point Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇨🇦Ucluelet, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Amphitrite Point Lighthouse

The Amphitrite Point Lighthouse was built in 1915, replacing an earlier structure that was destroyed by a tsunami in January 1914. The current lighthouse, a 6-meter white building topped with a red lantern, stands 15 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 12 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse complex is located at the northern entrance to Barkley Sound, near Ucluelet, British Columbia. While the tower is not open to visitors, the site is accessible, and the keeper's house was renovated in 2020 for community use.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering Barkley Sound, a location known for rough seas and historical tsunami threats, helping them navigate the area safely.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1915

Significant events: Original lighthouse destroyed by a tsunami on 2 January 1914, In 2020 the municipality received $1 million in federal and provincial grants to renovate the keeper's house as a multi-purpose community center

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Color
Building painted white, lantern red

Structure: structure: lantern centered atop a 2-story service building

Location

City
Ucluelet
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Located at the south end of the town of Ucluelet, off BC 4 at the northern entrance to Barkley Sound
Latitude
48.9212°
Longitude
-125.5411°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ucluelet(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G5246
NGA No.
14000
USCG No.
6-0810
ARLHS No.
CAN-010
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Amphitrite Point Lighthouse at night?+
Amphitrite Point displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Amphitrite Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Amphitrite Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ucluelet at 1.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Tofino (20 NM NW), Port Alberni (34.1 NM ENE), Tatoosh Island (45.5 NM SE), Denman Island (47.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Amphitrite Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Amphitrite Point 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 Amphitrite Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Amphitrite Point 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.