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Turn Point Lighthouse

Fl W 2.5s🇨🇦Washington, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Turn Point Lighthouse

A square, red concrete tower stands 6.1 meters tall. This structure, first lit in 1893, has a focal height of 13 meters. Its light displays a single white flash. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. It is located on the western tip of Stuart Island, overlooking Haro Strait.

Why it matters: The light marks a sharp turn in the shipping lanes at the transition between Haro Strait and Boundary Pass.

Background
The Turn Point Light Station is an active aid to navigation overlooking Haro Strait from the western tip of Stuart Island, San Juan County, Washington, in the northwest of the United States. The light marks a sharp turn in the shipping lanes at the transition between Haro Strait and Boundary Pass.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1893

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G5340
NGA No.
13612
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.1m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: STARBOARD (IALA B) Red tower, topmark

Location

City
Washington
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
48.6888°
Longitude
-123.2373°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Turn Point Lighthouse at night?+
Turn Point displays the characteristic Fl W 2.5s — 1 white flash every 2.5 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 Turn Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Turn Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ROCHE HARBOR at 5.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sidney (6.6 NM WSW), Lyall Harbor (6.8 NM NNE), Mengkofen (9.6 NM E), Mayne (10 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Turn Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Turn 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 Turn Point Lighthouse?+
Turn 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 Turn Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Turn 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.