James Island Lighthouse
JJ8C+X4 North Saanich, BC, Canada
Name and Location
The James Island Lighthouse is located in North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada, situated on a small island off the coast of Vancouver Island.
Construction and History
The exact date of construction for the James Island Lighthouse is unknown. It is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century as part of the Canadian Coast Guard's efforts to establish a network of lighthouses along the country's coastline.
Architecture and Materials
The James Island Lighthouse stands approximately 6 meters (20 feet) tall, with an unknown focal height. Its light characteristic is Fl (3) W, indicating a white light flashing three times every 15 seconds.
Light and Navigation
Unfortunately, information on the lighthouse's original lighting system or any subsequent upgrades is unavailable.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can reach the James Island Lighthouse by boat or kayak from North Saanich. The lighthouse is not open to the public for guided tours or self-guided visits due to its remote location and sensitive environmental conditions.
Notable Views and Landscape
N/A
Anecdotes and Folklore
N/A
Technical and Operational Details
The James Island Lighthouse was originally operated manually by a keeper, but it has since been automated. The exact date of automation is unknown.
Further Information
- * Latitude: 48.6174778
- * Longitude: -123.3797125
- * Map Link: https://maps.google.com/maps?q=James%20Island%20Lighthouse&ll=-123.3797,48.6175
Details
Name | James Island Lighthouse |
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City | North Saanich |
Country | Canada |
Coordinates | 48.6174778, -123.3797125 |
Historic significance | testament to Canada's maritime heritage |
Stories | reliance on speculation and limited information |
Tower height | 6 |
Heritage status | true |
Access description | by boat or kayak from North Saanich |
Landscape type | island |
View description | rocky coast, dunes, island |
Guided tours | false |
Light characteristic | Fl (3) W |
Automated | true |