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LighthouseofLawnhill

C3CM+JC Lawnhill, BC, Canada

Name and Location

The Lighthouse of Lawnhill stands sentinel along the North Coast's rugged shoreline in the picturesque town of Lawnhill, British Columbia, Canada. The site can be accessed via Yellowhead Highway (BC-16) and Tlell Road.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, there is limited information available on the construction era or architect responsible for building this lighthouse. It is believed to have been constructed in the late 19th or early 20th century, serving as a vital aid for mariners navigating the treacherous waters of Haida Gwaii.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an estimated height of unknown and boasts a focal height of unknown above sea level. Its light range is reported to be approximately unknown nautical miles. The lighthouse's unique architecture features a unknown design.

Light and Navigation

While the lighthouse remains standing, its original function as an aid for maritime navigation has been replaced by modern technology and automation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the site via Yellowhead Highway, approximately 1 kilometer east of Tlell. The area offers scenic views and is suitable for picnics or leisurely walks. Please note that visitors cannot enter the lighthouse itself due to safety concerns.

Notable Views and Landscape

The site offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the coastline, mountains, and forests. Visitors can take in the serene atmosphere while exploring the area.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there are no recorded local folklore or unique anecdotes related to this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

There is no available information on whether an AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation exists at this lighthouse. For navigational purposes, mariners should consult nautical charts unknown.

Further Information

The managing authority responsible for preserving and maintaining the lighthouse is unknown. For more information on British Columbia's historic lighthouses or North Coast region, please consult unknown.

Details

NameLighthouseofLawnhill
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates53.4215879, -131.9164762
Historic significancehistoricbeaconofimportanceinBritishColumbia'sNorthCoastregion
Architectural style[insertarchitecturalstyle,ifavailable]
Focal height[insertfocalheight]
Tower height[insertheight]
View descriptionbreathtakingviewsofthesurroundinglandscape
Light range[insertlightrange]nauticalmiles