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Kelp Reefs Lighthouse

GQX7+35 Cordova Bay, BC, Canada

Name and Location

The Kelp Reefs Lighthouse is located in Cordova Bay, British Columbia, Canada, at an address of GQX7+35 Cordova Bay, BC, Canada (coordinates: 48.5476865° N, -123.2370249° W).

Construction and History

Unfortunately, detailed information on the lighthouse's construction era, architect, and architectural style is not available.

Architecture and Materials

No information available.

Light and Navigation

The Kelp Reefs Lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 10 nautical miles, characterized as "Q" in seamark notation. The light's pattern is not specified. The lighthouse has been recognized as a significant maritime aid to navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds, but information on guided tours or on-site facilities is not currently available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and environment offer stunning views of Cordova Bay and the Salish Sea. The area is known for its natural beauty, with lush forests, rugged coastline, and diverse marine life.

Heritage Status

As part of Canada's national heritage, the Kelp Reefs Lighthouse has been recognized as a significant maritime aid to navigation.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands at a height of 11 meters (36 feet) and has a focal height of 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level. It is automated, meaning it no longer requires manual operation.

Further Information

For further reading on lighthouses in general or specific information on this lighthouse, please consult relevant sources such as the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) or Natural Resources Canada.

Details

NameKelp Reefs Lighthouse
CityCordova Bay
CountryCanada
Coordinates48.5476865, -123.2370249
Focal height10
Tower height11
Heritage statustrue
Accessibletrue
Landscape typenatural beauty with lush forests, rugged coastline, and diverse marine life
View description{"description":"stunning views of Cordova Bay and the Salish Sea"}
Facilities{"toilets":null,"cafe":null,"gift shop":null}
Light characteristicQ
Light range10
Automatedtrue