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Port Alberni Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇨🇦British Columbia, CAInactive

Location & Light Range

About Port Alberni Lighthouse

This beacon in British Columbia has a white, square tower structure. It stands 13 meters above the water. The light characteristic is a single white flash occurring every 4 seconds. The geographic range of this light is 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
British Columbia
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
49.2313°
Longitude
-124.8139°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: Beacon

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G5274
NGA No.
13924
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Alberni Lighthouse at night?+
Port Alberni displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Port Alberni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Alberni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Alberni at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Denman Island (19.1 NM N), Nanoose Bay (26.1 NM E), Comox (26.4 NM N), Lantzville (28.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Alberni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Port Alberni Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Port Alberni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Alberni 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.