Salt Island Light beacon

The Salt Island Light beacon is located on Salt Island, one of the islands in the British Virgin Islands. The island is situated approximately 4.7 miles southeast of Road Town, the main town on Tortola. The island was named after its salt ponds, which were once an important resource. The Salt Island Light beacon is a metal post atop a building and is marked by a white building.

The island has a rich history, with the most notable event being the wreck of the Royal Mail packet steamer RMS Rhone, which sank in a hurricane in 1867. The wreck is now a popular scuba diving site and is considered one of the premier diving spots in the Caribbean. The island's population has been very small, with no more than three permanent residents since at least 1980. These residents pay an annual symbolic rent of one pound of salt to the British Crown.

The Salt Island Light beacon is part of the island's landscape, which is often visited by yachts and smaller cruise ships. The island's history and natural beauty make it a unique and interesting destination. The annual salt tribute, where a pound of salt is presented to the British monarch, is a revived tradition that highlights the island's historical significance and connection to the British Crown.

Light and tower

The light has a range of 14 nautical miles. The NGA list of lights numbers it 14708. The Admiralty list of lights numbers it J5636.