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McInnes Island Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Area C (Butedale/Kitlope/Kitsumkalum), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About McInnes Island Lighthouse

McInnes Island Lighthouse, built in 1954, is a 9-meter cylindrical concrete tower topped with a red lantern. It stands 30 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every five seconds. The lighthouse is attached to a keeper's house, forming a square cylindrical concrete structure. The station was first established in 1921. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering Milbanke Sound from the north, a significant waterway for maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1954

Significant events: Station established 1921

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Area C (Butedale/Kitlope/Kitsumkalum)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Located on the south side of a small island off the southern tip of Price Island, marking the northern entrance to Milbanke Sound about 50 km west of Bella Bella.
Latitude
52.2615°
Longitude
-128.7224°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Klemtu(21.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G5715
ARLHS No.
CAN-310
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify McInnes Island Lighthouse at night?+
McInnes 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 McInnes Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
McInnes Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Klemtu at 21.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Shearwater (24.1 NM ESE), Namu (39.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is McInnes Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, McInnes 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 McInnes Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near McInnes 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.