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Sheringham Point Lighthouse

Fl Green 15s🇨🇦Juan de Fuca Electoral Area, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sheringham Point Lighthouse

Constructed in 1912, Sheringham Point Lighthouse stands as a hexagonal concrete tower painted white, with a red lantern and gallery. This structure reaches a height of 19.5 meters, with its focal plane situated 22 meters above sea level. Its light emits a single green flash every 15 seconds, visible for 13.6 nautical miles. Located on a rocky promontory west of Sooke, British Columbia, this lighthouse guides mariners through the waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The station was designated as a heritage site in 2015.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is recognized for its distinctive hexagonal concrete design, created by William P. Anderson.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl G 15s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1912
Heritage Status
heritage designation 2015

Significant events: Sheringham Point Lighthouse Preservation Society formed 2003, DFO completed land swap 2008, DFO declared light station surplus 2011, concern about inappropriate development 2010, received heritage designation 2015, first phase of restoration began 2016, received $550,000 gift 2017, restoration continued 2018, Fresnel lens to be returned

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sooke(8.0 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-458

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19.5m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern and gallery are red

Location

City
Juan de Fuca Electoral Area
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
rocky promontory at the end of Sheringham Point Road off BC 14 in Shirley, about 16 km (10 mi) west of Sooke
Latitude
48.3767°
Longitude
-123.9210°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sheringham Point Lighthouse at night?+
Sheringham Point displays the characteristic Fl Green 15s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sheringham Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sheringham Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sooke at 10.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Clallam Bay (15.3 NM WSW), Bamberton (19.2 NM ENE), Esquimalt (20 NM E), Brentwood Bay (21.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sheringham Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sheringham 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.
What shipping routes pass near Sheringham Point Lighthouse?+
Sheringham Point 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 Sheringham Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sheringham 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.