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Depot Island Lighthouse

🇨🇦Carling Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Depot Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Supply

The Depot (Supply) Island lighthouse was constructed in 1898 as a square wooden tower standing 8.5 meters tall. Originally painted white, the structure includes a lantern room. The lighthouse is located near Carling Township in Ontario, approximately 3.5 kilometers from Parry Sound. While the tower is closed to the public, the site itself is accessible. The light is operational, serving as a navigational aid.

Why it matters: This structure marked the approach to Depot (Supply) Island, likely a critical logistical point for vessels navigating the surrounding Canadian waters.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern, originally painted white

Location

City
Carling Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Latitude
45.3174°
Longitude
-80.1159°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Parry Sound(3.5 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-1059

Construction & History

Year Built
1898

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Depot Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Depot Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Parry Sound at 3.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Bala (29 NM SE), Britt (33 NM NW), Burks Falls (33.9 NM NE), Penetanguishene (34 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Depot Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Depot 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 Depot Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Depot 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.