Managing Organization:
Canadian Coast Guard Pacific Region
Notes:
Mary Ann Croft at this lighthouse was the first woman lighthouse keeper in Canada.
Tower Height: 38
Height of Focal Plane: 93
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every 5 seconds.
Description of Tower: White, cylindrical tower with red lantern.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers?
1886: White, square pyramidal tower attached to dwelling.
Date Established: 1886
Date Present Tower Built: ?
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? No.
Directions:
The lighthouse is within Discovery Island Provincial Marine Park
Keepers: Rird Brinn (1891-1901), Mary Ann Croft (1902-1932), T.E. Carr (c. 1998)
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