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French Creek Lighthouse

9J2V+QP Parksville, BC, Canada

Name and Location

The French Creek Lighthouse is located at 9J2V+QP, Parksville, BC, Canada, on the coast of British Columbia.

Construction and History

The exact construction date and era are unknown, but it is assumed to have been built in the early 20th century. The lighthouse's history prior to its construction is also not documented.

Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, no information is available on the architectural style or construction materials used for the French Creek Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The light range of the lighthouse is approximately 5 kilometers (3.1 miles), with a focal height of 6 meters (19.7 feet). However, the characteristic pattern of the light is unknown. Its functionality for navigation purposes is unclear, as it may have been automated at some point in its history.

Accessibility and Visiting

The public can access the location where the lighthouse stands, but there are no records of visitor facilities or guided tours. The operation status of the lighthouse is also unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

The French Creek Lighthouse stands near Parksville, a coastal city in British Columbia, surrounded by rugged coastlines, beaches, and forests. Visitors may enjoy the scenic views of this area in conjunction with nearby attractions such as Parksville's beaches and parks.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes are associated with the French Creek Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

No information is available on AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation. The lighthouse may be referenced in nautical charts, but specific chart numbers are unknown.

Further Information

The French Creek Lighthouse does not have a Wikipedia page or any notable photos or gallery mentions. No managing authority information is available, and no heritage status has been designated for the lighthouse.

Details

NameFrench Creek Lighthouse
CityParksville
CountryCanada
Coordinates49.3518893, -124.3556639
Focal height6
Access descriptionby car, footpath
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionrugged coastlines, beaches, and forests
Nearby attractionsParksville's beaches and parks
AIS Radarfalse
Light range5