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Albany Rock Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Albany Rock Lighthouse

This hexagonal tower, built of concrete, stands 30 meters tall and became operational in 2012. Its light emits a white, red, or green flash every 4 seconds, depending on the direction of observation. The tower's design is hexagonal, and its focal height reaches 30 meters above sea level. This modern structure replaced an earlier, unlit beacon.

Why it matters: The two white sectors of this light guide vessels through the narrow channel adjacent to the eastern side of Cape York.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WRG 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 4s
Focal Height
30m

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3254
NGA No.
9728
ARLHS No.
AUS-002

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
hexagonal
Material
concrete

Location

City
Queensland's Far North
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-10.7188°
Longitude
142.6294°

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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.