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Dryad Point Lighthouse

Oc White/Red 5s🇨🇦Area A (Ocean Falls/Outer Coast), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dryad Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Dryad Point (Bella Bella)

A square concrete tower, 8.5 meters tall, was built in 1919 at Dryad Point on Campbell Island. The structure features a red lantern and gallery, with its light having a focal height of 11.5 meters. It emits an occulting white or red light every 5 seconds, visible for 10.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the northeast point of Campbell Island, approximately 3 km north of Bella Bella. This location serves as a familiar landmark on the Inside Passage, where vessels are required to slow down for a tight turn around the point. The site is open to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation along the Inside Passage, guiding vessels through a demanding tight turn around Campbell Island's northeast point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc W R 5s
Focal Height
11.5m
Geographic Range
10.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1919

Significant events: government announced destaffing plan in 2009, plan later abandoned

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white, lantern red
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Area A (Ocean Falls/Outer Coast)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
northeast point of Campbell Island about 3 km north of Bella Bella, a familiar landmark on the Inside Passage where ships must slow down and make a tight turn around the point
Latitude
52.1851°
Longitude
-128.1117°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shearwater(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G5700
NGA No.
12072
ARLHS No.
CAN-163
Wikidata
Q45316220 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dryad Point Lighthouse at night?+
Dryad Point displays the characteristic Oc White/Red 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/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dryad Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dryad Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Shearwater at 2.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Namu (21.5 NM SSE), Klemtu (29 NM NNW), Bella Coola (49.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dryad Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dryad Point 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 Dryad Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dryad Point 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.