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Barwick Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Chapple Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Barwick Lighthouse

This square pyramidal wood tower stands 9 meters tall on the bank of the Rainy River in Barwick, Ontario. The lighthouse, first lit in 2003, displays a continuous white light with a focal height of 12 meters and a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. It was constructed by local volunteers in 2003, using plans provided by the Coast Guard. The structure is privately maintained and operates as an unofficial aid to navigation. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Barwick lighthouse is significant as a community-driven project built by volunteers, reflecting local pride and collaboration.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

Significant events: Built in 2003 by volunteers, plans supplied by Coast Guard, privately maintained and unofficial since 2003

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square pyramidal wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Chapple Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
Located on the bank of the Rainy River in Barwick, Ontario, Canada. The Rainy River flows into the Lake of the Woods, which spans parts of Ontario, Manitoba, and Minnesota, forming a section of the Canada-U.S. border.
Latitude
48.6423°
Longitude
-93.9844°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Two Harbors(135.1 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barwick Lighthouse at night?+
Barwick displays the characteristic F White. 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 Barwick Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barwick Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Fort Frances at 23.3 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barwick Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Barwick 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 Barwick Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barwick 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.