Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Berens Island Lighthouse

🇨🇦Esquimalt, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Berens Island Lighthouse

The Berens Island Lighthouse is an active aid to navigation located in Esquimalt, British Columbia, Canada. It stands with a focal height of 6 meters and has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site to experience the surrounding natural coastal environment, though direct entry into the lighthouse tower is not permitted to maintain its function. The lighthouse is situated a mere 0.4 kilometers from the port of Victoria, making it a nearby navigational marker.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for maritime traffic in its operational vicinity.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Esquimalt
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Berens Island, Canada
Latitude
48.4240°
Longitude
-123.3930°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Victoria(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
G5312.4
NGA No.
13712
ARLHS No.
CAN-032

Tower & Structure

Structure: The Berens Island Lighthouse is situated in Canada, actively guiding vessels through its waters. While specific details about its construction or early days are not available, its continued operation underscores its importance to maritime safety. The site around the lighthouse is open for visitors to explore the natural surroundings, offering a glimpse into the coastal environment it oversees. However, access to the tower itself is currently restricted, preserving its operational integrity.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Berens Island Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Canada, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Berens Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Berens Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Victoria at 0.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Esquimalt (1.6 NM WNW), Bamberton (9 NM NNW), Brentwood Bay (9.7 NM NNW), Sooke (11 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Berens Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Berens 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.
What shipping routes pass near Berens Island Lighthouse?+
Berens Island Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Berens Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Berens 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.