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Spanish Bank Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇦CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Spanish Bank Lighthouse

This lighthouse is situated on a 9-pile wood platform at the edge of the Spanish Bank shoals, approximately 1.3 km east southeast of the Spanish Bank No. 2 Light. The cylindrical tower stands 7 meters tall and is constructed of wood, painted white with a red top. It emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. The structure supports a round tower, painted white with a red top. It is located in British Columbia, Canada, with the nearest port being North Vancouver, 6.2 km away.

Why it matters: This light warns vessels away from the hazardous Spanish Bank shoals, assisting in defining safe channels in busy waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
Located at the edge of the Spanish Bank shoals about 1.3 km (0.8 mi) east southeast of the Spanish Bank No. 2 Light.
Latitude
49.2867°
Longitude
-123.2262°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red top
Material
wood

Structure: tall 9-pile wood platfirm carrying a round tower; tower painted white with a red top

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
North Vancouver(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G5426.6
NGA No.
13087
USCG No.
P-0387.01
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Spanish Bank Lighthouse at night?+
Spanish Bank displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Spanish Bank Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Spanish Bank Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Burrard Inlet at 1.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include English Bay (2.6 NM ESE), West Vancouver (5.7 NM NNW), Bowen Island (6.4 NM NW), RICHMOND (6.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Spanish Bank Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Spanish Bank 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 Spanish Bank Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Spanish Bank 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.