The 1914 lighthouse design was chosen specifically for its ability to withstand the harsh coastal winds of the First Narrows.
The first lighthouse at this site, built in 1890, was a simple wooden structure operated by George Ward, who lived there with his family.
The lighthouse originally featured a kerosene-fueled light before being converted to electricity.
The structure is built on a site historically used by the Coast Salish people for fishing and gathering.
It is one of several navigational aids along the Stanley Park Seawall that define the maritime boundary of the park.
Brockton Point Lighthouse is a historic aid to navigation situated on the eastern tip of Vancouver's Stanley Park. The current structure, a white concrete tower with red trim, was installed in 1914 to replace a 1890 wooden lighthouse. It stands at the entrance to the First Narrows of Burrard Inlet, overseeing high-traffic shipping lanes. The site features a heritage plaque marking its historical significance to the maritime safety of the Port of Vancouver. Visitors can view the lighthouse from the Stanley Park Seawall, which wraps around the peninsula. The structure was automated in 1968, removing the need for a resident lightkeeper. It remains an active navigational marker for vessels entering the inner harbor. The location provides views across the water toward North Vancouver and the Burrard Inlet.
From the Seawall path looking north with the lighthouse in the foreground and the mountains in the background.
Walk or cycle the Stanley Park Seawall to reach the point, as it is a significant distance from the park entrance.
Bring binoculars if you wish to identify the large cargo ships passing through the First Narrows.
Check weather reports before visiting, as the eastern tip of the park is fully exposed to coastal winds and rain.
Do not attempt to climb or touch the lighthouse structure, as it is an active piece of navigational equipment.
Stay on the designated seawall path and respect all perimeter fencing around the structure.
