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Managing Organization:
Canadian Coast Guard
Notes:
The lantern of this lighthouse was removed and replaced by a modern beacon on top of the tower. This is one of six limestone "Imperial" towers built in the Georgian Bay in the 1850s.
Tower Height: 60
Height of Focal Plane: 64
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every 4 seconds.
Description of Tower: Conical limestone tower.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1859
Date Present Tower Built: 1859
Date Automated: 1922
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? Grounds only.
Directions:
Accessible by boat only. The island is accessible via a 15-minute ferry, operated by Beausoleil First Nations, from Cedar Point. For more information on the ferry call (705) 247-2051. The road heading left from the ferry leads to the lighthouse.
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