Scarlett Point Lighthouse, Navigational lighthouse in Regional District of Mount Waddington, Canada
Scarlett Point Lighthouse is a steel navigational tower topped with an octagonal lantern room situated on the northeastern edge of Balaklava Island near Port Hardy. The structure includes living quarters beneath the light chamber and operates continuously to guide vessels through these coastal waters.
The original wooden lighthouse was built by the Department of Marine in 1905 and served as both a light tower and living quarters for keepers. Later the structure was rebuilt in steel to better withstand the harsh coastal conditions.
The station served as a home for lightkeepers and their families, who built a life on this isolated island while maintaining the navigational beacon. Their presence shaped the character of the remote location and connected the keeper's dwelling to the broader maritime community nearby.
The light beacon sends white signals every five seconds and operates throughout the year without interruption to maintain safe navigation. Access to the island location requires water transport, and visitors should plan accordingly based on coastal weather conditions.
A former keeper who spent many years maintaining the light at this remote location later won a significant lottery prize. The unexpected fortune of someone who had lived in such isolation for so long stands out as a memorable part of the station's story.
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