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Albany Rock Lighthouse

Fl WRG 5s🇦🇺Queensland's Far North, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Albany Rock Lighthouse

Albany Rock Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Queensland's Far North, AU. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 30 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl WRG 5s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 5 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light color is wrg, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Albany Rock Lighthouse is positioned at -10.7188°S, 142.6294°E, near Queensland's Far North in AU.

Geographic context: Albany Rock Lighthouse is situated on the Coral Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in AU: Other lighthouses in the region include Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear, Adelaide Semaphore Timeball, Adele Island, Airlie Island, Albino Rock. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

HORN

AUHID

23.8 NMWNW

Thursday Island

AUTIS

25.4 NMWNW

Goods Is

AUGOI

29 NMWNW

Booby Island

AUBOO

42.7 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl WRG 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
30m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Queensland's Far North
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-10.7188°
Longitude
142.6294°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Albany Rock Lighthouse at night?+
Albany Rock displays the characteristic Fl WRG 5s — 1 wrg flash every 5 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Albany Rock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Albany Rock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is HORN at 23.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Thursday Island (25.4 NM WNW), Goods Is (29 NM WNW), Booby Island (42.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Albany Rock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Albany Rock Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Albany Rock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Albany Rock Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.