Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites
Surrounded by coastal landscapes, tour through Fort Rodd Hill, a 19th-century west coast artillery fortress on active duty from 1895 to 1956, then step inside Fisgard Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on Canada's west coast. Be touched by the personal stories of soldiers and lighthouse keepers.
Thrill to many tales on our audio tour
Listen to bite-size tales of lighthouse keepers, soldiers and spies who’ve created drama at Fisgard Lighthouse and Fort Rodd Hill since 1860.
Retreat to an oTENTik
Camp-out within a real Canadian coast artillery fort in an oTENTik. Storm the fort by day and watch the stars over Fisgard Lighthouse by night.
Escape to the Garry Oak Learning Meadow
In one of Canada's rarest ecosystems, wind your way through an ocean of blooming native flowers serenaded by the steady murmur of bees.
Visiting Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites
Activities and experiences
Things to do, programs, events, oTENTik, volunteering, photography, Xplorers, red chairs, and more.
Plan your visit
Maps and directions, program schedule, calendar of events, oTENTik, school programs, volunteer opportunities
Camping and overnight accommodations
oTENTiks
Tours and programs
School programs, interpretive programs, audio tour and digital guided tours. Enjoy at your own pace or through scheduled presentations.
Fees
Daily visitor fees, seasonal and annual admission passes, oTENTiks, special programs, and more. Free admission for youth.
Passes and permits
Commercial film and photography licenses, travel media permits, professional photography permits.
About Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites
Culture and history
History, artifacts, architecture, cultural landscape, social studies, designation information.
Nature and science
Conservation and science, animals, plants, the environment, and research.
Stewardship and management
Permits and licenses, partners, plans and policies, acts and regulations, and Management Plan implementation.
Contact
Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites
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Hours of operation
October 16 – April 30
Hours of Operation: 10 am - 4 pmFisgard Lighthouse and Historic Buildings: Open Saturday and Sunday only
Grounds and Washrooms: Open 7 days a week
May 1 – October 15
Hours of Operation: 10 am - 5 pm
Fisgard Lighthouse and Historic Buildings: Open 7 days a week
Grounds and Washrooms: Open 7 days a week
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