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Browse Island Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇦🇺Shire of Wyndham-East Kimberley, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Browse Island Lighthouse

A white, octagonal cylindrical concrete tower 11 meters tall stands on Browse Island. First lit in 1945, this lighthouse emits a white flash every 6 seconds. Its focal plane reaches 35 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 16.2 nautical miles. The tower's construction material is concrete. This light station is located about 275 kilometers northeast of Derby in the Timor Sea.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the remote Timor Sea, providing a critical reference point in an area with few other navigational aids.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1945

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ichthys(22.6 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1642
NGA No.
9504
ARLHS No.
AUS-308

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical white concrete tower

Location

City
Shire of Wyndham-East Kimberley
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Western Australia
Sea Region
Timor Sea, about 275 km northeast of Derby
Latitude
-14.1085°
Longitude
123.5484°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Browse Island Lighthouse at night?+
Browse Island displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Browse Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Browse Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Ichthys at 22.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Prelude (24.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Browse Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Browse Island 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 Browse Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Browse Island 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.