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Nose Point Lighthouse

RHVH+6W Galiano Island, BC, Canada

Name and Location

Nose Point Lighthouse is located on Galiano Island, British Columbia, Canada, in the Salish Sea. It serves as a guiding light for mariners navigating the waters around Galiano Island.

Construction and History

The Nose Point Lighthouse was built [year of construction]. Its construction has been carefully chosen to withstand the harsh marine environment.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an elevation of [height] meters above sea level and has a focal height of [focal height] meters. Its architecture is characterized by [architectural style], with [construction materials] used in its construction.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light with a range of [light range] nautical miles, featuring a characteristic pattern of [light characteristic]. This beacon helps guide vessels safely through the surrounding waters, alerting them to potential hazards such as rocky outcroppings and strong currents.

Accessibility and Visiting

Nose Point Lighthouse is situated at coordinates [latitude], [longitude], making it easily accessible for visitors and researchers alike. The lighthouse is located near [location], which offers a range of amenities and activities for those interested in maritime history and culture. Visitors can access the lighthouse by [accessibility information], and it is open from [opening hours] to [closing hours]. A guided tour is available for those interested in learning more about the lighthouse's history and significance.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area offers a range of activities such as hiking, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Nearby attractions include [nearby attractions], offering a range of activities.

Technical and Operational Details

Further Information

For those interested in learning more about the Nose Point Lighthouse's history and significance, Natural Resources Canada and United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA Pub. 111) are recommended resources.

Details

NameNose Point Lighthouse
City
CountryCanada
Coordinates48.8431229, -123.4202018
Historic significancesignificant maritime aid in the Salish Sea
Access descriptionby car, boat, footpath
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast, dunes, island
View descriptionrocky coast, dunes, island
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, cafe, gift shop
Nearby attractionshiking, kayaking, wildlife viewing
Automatedtrue