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Cape Mudge Lighthouse

1 Lighthouse Rd, Quathiaski Cove, BC V9W 1B2, Canada

Name and Location

The Cape Mudge Lighthouse is located in Quathiaski Cove, British Columbia, Canada. With its picturesque surroundings, this lighthouse is a significant maritime landmark on the west coast of Canada.

2. Construction and History

The Cape Mudge Lighthouse was built during an unknown construction era. Its architectural style is also unknown, with a foundation made of an unknown material.

3. Architecture and Materials

No information available.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has three distinct light characteristics: Main light (Fl 30°-134°) every 5 seconds, Secondary light (Fl 134°-149°) every 5 seconds (red), and Tertiary light (Fl 149°-151°) every 5 seconds (white). The light range is approximately 13 nautical miles (24 kilometers).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

No information available.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding mountains. The lighthouse is situated near unknown nearby attractions.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The Cape Mudge Lighthouse is an automated aid to navigation, no longer requiring manual operation by a lighthouse keeper.

9. Further Information

The Cape Mudge Lighthouse has been designated as a heritage status by the relevant authorities.

Details

NameCape Mudge Lighthouse
CityQuathiaski Cove
CountryCanada
Coordinates49.9985618, -125.195544
Eventsshipwrecks, rescues
Historic significancesignificant maritime landmark on the west coast of Canada
Storiesshipwrecks, rescues
Focal height59
Tower height18
Landscape typerocky coast, dunes, island
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding mountains
Nearby attractionsunknown nearby attractions
Light characteristicFl (3) W. 15s
Light range24
Automatedtrue