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Western Islands Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇦The Archipelago Township, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Western Islands Lighthouse

The Western Islands lighthouse was built in 1895 on Double Top Island, a small, rocky landmass marking the southwestern boundary of the island group. This octagonal wooden tower, standing 15 meters tall, is painted white with red trim, and the lantern room is red. Its light characteristic is a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 13.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse stands on a focal height of 22.5 meters. It is situated in The Archipelago Township, Ontario, approximately 22.4 kilometers from the nearest port of Parry Sound.

Why it matters: Designated a Heritage Lighthouse in 2008, this structure is significant for assisting navigation through the Western Islands, a hazardous area of reefs and islets between Christian Island and the Parry Sound entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
22.5m
Geographic Range
13.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1895
Heritage Status
Heritage Lighthouse in 2008

Significant events: designated a Heritage Lighthouse in 2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Parry Sound(22.4 km)
ARLHS No.
CAN-498

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: octagonal wood tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim; lantern is red

Location

City
The Archipelago Township
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Ontario
Sea Region
The Western Islands are a scattered group of small islands and reefs about halfway between Christian Island and the Parry Sound entrance. Located on Double Top Island, a small, rocky island at the southwestern end of the Western Islands.
Latitude
45.0367°
Longitude
-80.3542°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Western Islands Lighthouse at night?+
Western Islands displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Western Islands Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Western Islands Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Parry Sound at 22.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Penetanguishene (24.1 NM SE), Midland (25.3 NM SE), Meaford (28.2 NM SSW), Thornbury (29.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Western Islands Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Western 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.
How can I track vessels near Western Islands Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Western 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.