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Cape St. James Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Area E (Moresby Island), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape St. James Lighthouse

At Cape St. James, a 4-meter white steel post sits on a square equipment shelter. This post supports a light with a characteristic of Fl W 5s, which has a geographic range of 41.3 nautical miles. The light is located on an island at the southern extent of Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. The first lighthouse, an octagonal concrete building from 1914, was removed after it ceased operation. The present light commenced service in 1984.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the island and nearby hazards, serving as a primary reference for ships navigating the southern end of Haida Gwaii.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
315m
Geographic Range
41.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1984

Significant events: original lighthouse, an octagonal concrete tower, was demolished after being deactivated

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sandspit(84.0 km)
Admiralty No.
G5826
NGA No.
11316
USCG No.
6-0935
ARLHS No.
CAN-110

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: A 4m post atop a square equipment shelter.

Location

City
Area E (Moresby Island)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
on a high island at the extreme southern end of the Haida Gwaii
Latitude
51.9358°
Longitude
-131.0156°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape St. James Lighthouse at night?+
Cape St. James 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 Cape St. James Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape St. James Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Harriet Harbour at 26.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Falkenberg (37.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape St. James Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape St. James 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 Cape St. James Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape St. James 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.