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Scarlett Point Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇦Area B (Quatsino Sound/Cape Scott), CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Scarlett Point Lighthouse

Scarlett Point Lighthouse is located on the northeastern tip of Balaklava Island, off Vancouver Island's north coast, about 15 kilometers northwest of Port Hardy. The current round steel tower, standing 11 meters tall, was built in 1965 to replace the original structure from 1905. It features an octagonal lantern painted red and emits a white flash every 5 seconds, with a focal height of 24 meters. The lighthouse is operational and has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northeastern point of Balaklava Island, offering a key navigational reference for vessels in the waters off northern Vancouver Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1905

Significant events: Original lighthouse demolished 1965, Keeper Ivan Dubinsky retired 2020 after lottery win

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: round steel tower with lantern and gallery, flared at the top, painted white; octagonal lantern painted red

Location

City
Area B (Quatsino Sound/Cape Scott)
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Northeastern point of Balaklava Island, an island off the north coast of Vancouver Island, approximately 15 km northwest of Port Hardy.
Latitude
50.8605°
Longitude
-127.6124°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Hardy(9.8 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-450
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Scarlett Point Lighthouse at night?+
Scarlett Point 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 Scarlett Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Scarlett Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Hardy at 9.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Coal Harbour (15.7 NM S), Port McNeill (25.6 NM SE), Alert Bay (30.7 NM ESE), Beaver Cove (35.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Scarlett Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Scarlett 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 Scarlett Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Scarlett 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.