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Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 9s🇨🇦British Columbia - Brown Passsage, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse

Construction of the Triple Islands Lighthouse was completed in 1920. The station consists of a white octagonal tower attached to a concrete structure that houses keepers' quarters and machinery. Its focal height reaches 28 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. The light emits two white flashes every 9 seconds. Canadian Coast Guard personnel staff the station on a rotating basis.

Why it matters: This light station was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1974. Between 1939 and 1970, it participated in an oceanographic program, collecting daily coastal water temperature and salinity measurements.

Background
Triple Island Lighthouse is a large, manned light station on Triple Island. Built in 1920 after four years of construction, the concrete station features a 23 metres (75 ft) tower attached to a rectangular concrete structure that houses the keepers' quarters and machinery. A Triple Island helipad (IATA: YTI) occupies much of the remainder of the islet. Canadian Coast Guard personnel man the station on a 28-day rotation. The station was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1974. From 1939 to 1970, the Triple Island lightstation was part of the British Columbia Shore Station Oceanographic Program, collecting coastal water temperature and salinity measurements for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans everyday for 31 years.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 9s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
British Columbia - Brown Passsage
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
54.2946°
Longitude
-130.8805°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white

Structure: White octagonal tower

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G5812
NGA No.
11460
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Triple Islands Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 9s — 2 white flashes every 9 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Prince Rupert at 19.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Port Simpson (22.6 NM NE), Masset (47.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Triple Islands Lighthouse 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 Triple Islands Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Triple Islands Lighthouse 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.