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Trial Islands Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇨🇦Oak Bay, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Trial Islands Lighthouse

The Trial Islands Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical tower built in 1970, standing 13 meters tall. Its lantern, painted red, sits atop the white structure. The light, with a focal height of 28 meters, emits a single green flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 14.9 nautical miles. This lighthouse is situated on the south end of Trial Island, off Gonzales Point near Victoria, British Columbia. Government plans to remove staffing in 2009 were reversed the following year, ensuring its continued operation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the hazardous Trial Island and surrounding rocky shoals, guiding them into Victoria's Inner Harbour and the eastern approaches of the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1970

Significant events: Government announced destaffing plans (2009), plans dropped (2010)

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Victoria(3.9 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-506

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern painted red

Location

City
Oak Bay
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
British Columbia
Sea Region
South end of Trial Island off Gonzales Point, southeastern corner of Victoria City
Latitude
48.3951°
Longitude
-123.3052°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Trial Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Trial Islands displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Trial Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Trial Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Victoria at 3.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Esquimalt (5.5 NM WNW), Bamberton (12.5 NM NW), Brentwood Bay (12.7 NM NNW), FRIDAY HARBOR (14.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Trial Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Trial Islands 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 Trial Islands Lighthouse?+
Trial Islands 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 Trial Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Trial Islands 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.