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Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse

Fl White 1s🇨🇦Sooke, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse

The Estevan Point Lighthouse, a 6-meter cylindrical concrete and fiberglass tower, was established in 1910. It displays a white flash every second. The station's original lantern and lens were relocated to Triangle Island. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed. Located on the west coast of Vancouver Island, it sits near the community of Sooke, 1.9 kilometers from the nearest port. The lighthouse complex includes a 1-story concrete equipment shelter adjacent to the main tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels navigating the exposed Pacific coastline of Vancouver Island, a critical route for international shipping and coastal trade.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1s
Raw Code
Fl W 1s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910

Significant events: original lantern and lens relocated to Triangle Island

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one green horizontal band near the top of the tower
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower adjacent to a rectangular 1-story concrete equipment shelter

Location

City
Sooke
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Estevan Point, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, marking a significant navigational point for vessels transiting the Pacific Ocean.
Latitude
48.3841°
Longitude
-123.7062°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sooke(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G5296
NGA No.
13772
USCG No.
6-16210
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse at night?+
Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) displays the characteristic Fl White 1s. 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 Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sooke at 1.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Esquimalt (11.5 NM ENE), Bamberton (12.5 NM NE), Victoria (13.1 NM E), Brentwood Bay (14.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) 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 Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse?+
Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) 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 Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Estevan Point/Triangle Island (lantern and lens) 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.