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Pulteney Point Lighthouse

Fl Red 10s🇨🇦Area A (Seymour Inlet/Knight Inlet), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulteney Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulteney Point (Sointula)

A cylindrical concrete tower, 9 meters tall with a focal height of 12 meters, stands at Pulteney Point. This structure, built in 1943, replaced an earlier station established in 1905. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. It is attached to a 1-story fog signal building and remains an operational, staffed station. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to entry. The nearest port is Port McNeill, located 3.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Pulteney Point Lighthouse guides southbound vessels from Queen Charlotte Strait into the narrow Broughton Strait, marking a critical transition point for maritime traffic. Its continued operation as a staffed light station is a notable aspect of modern lighthouse operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl R 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1943
First Lit
1905

Significant events: Station established 1905, current structure built 1943

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
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story fog signal building

Location

City
Area A (Seymour Inlet/Knight Inlet)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Located on the west end of Malcolm Island, marking the entrance to the narrow Broughton Strait from Queen Charlotte Strait for southbound vessels. A nearby settlement, Sointula, was founded by Finnish immigrants.
Latitude
50.6309°
Longitude
-127.1551°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port McNeill(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G5628
NGA No.
12328
ARLHS No.
CAN-420
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulteney Point Lighthouse at night?+
Pulteney Point displays the characteristic Fl Red 10s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pulteney Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulteney Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port McNeill at 3.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Alert Bay (8.9 NM ESE), Beaver Cove (13 NM ESE), Port Hardy (13.1 NM WNW), Coal Harbour (16.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulteney Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulteney 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 Pulteney Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulteney 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.