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Chrome Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Area A (Baynes Sound), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chrome Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Chrome Island (Yellow Island) Range Rear

The Chrome Island lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 7.5 meters tall, built in 1989. It features a lantern and gallery, painted red, atop the white structure. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 22 meters. This modern navigational aid is located near Denman West, 6.6 kilometers away. Its geographic range covers 13.6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists traffic in the region of Deep Bay, British Columbia, Denman Island, and Hornby Island. It serves as a reference point for mariners navigating local shipping lanes.

Background
Chrome Island Lighthouse is a light station established in 1891 that assists traffic in the region of Deep Bay, British Columbia, Denman Island, and Hornby Island. It is currently a manned station, though in recent years the Canadian Coast Guard has considered automating it.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1989

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Denman West(6.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G5532.1
NGA No.
111-12832
ARLHS No.
CAN-137
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q15210075 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern and gallery painted red

Location

City
Area A (Baynes Sound)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Latitude
49.4721°
Longitude
-124.6844°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chrome Island Lighthouse at night?+
Chrome 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 Chrome Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chrome Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Denman Island at 6.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Comox (14.8 NM NW), Port Alberni (15.2 NM SSW), Texada Island (15.2 NM NNE), Nanoose Bay (24.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chrome Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chrome 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 Chrome Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chrome 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.