Big Tub Lighthouse
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About
Big Tub Lighthouse is an active lighthouse at the west entrance to Tobermory harbour, on Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula.
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Why go
- The white, hexagonal wooden tower stands 12.5 metres tall and has red doors, windows and a roof.
- Its automated red light has a range of 11 nautical miles and guides boaters in stormy, foggy weather.
Know before you go
- Visiting hours: daily, 08:00–21:00.
Interesting facts2
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13.2 metres
The light has a focal height of 13.2 metres and a range of 11 nautical miles.
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History
The Department of Marine bought land for the tower, and John George and David Currie built it in 1885 to reduce ship accidents at the harbour entrance. The lens was upgraded, and automation ended the keepers’ service in 1952.
- 1881Charles Earl showed a warning light from a lantern on a tree and received $100 a year to maintain it.
- 1885The Department of Marine bought land for the tower. John George and David Currie built the lighthouse, which was first lit that year.
- 1905A keeper’s dwelling was built nearby.
- UndatedThe light’s lens was upgraded from seventh-order to fourth-order.
- 1952The light was automated, ending the keepers’ service.
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- 1987A major storm led to repairs.
- April 30, 1992The lighthouse became a Recognized Federal Heritage Building.
How to get there
- CarThe lighthouse is on Big Tub Road in Tobermory, Bruce County, Ontario, just off Highway 6.
Sources: Big Tub Lighthouse - Wikipedia · Tobermory (Ontario) - Wikivoyage (sleep) · checked 13 Oct 2026
Where
Big Tub Road, Tobermory
- Phone
- +1 800-268-3838
Questions and answers
Was there a keeper’s house at Big Tub Lighthouse?
A keeper’s dwelling was built nearby in 1905.
Does Big Tub Lighthouse serve the Tobermory ferry?
A separate lighthouse at the Tobermory Ferry Terminal serves larger ships such as the MS Chi-Cheemaun.
Can you scuba dive or snorkel near Big Tub Lighthouse?
The nearby waters are used for scuba diving and snorkeling.
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