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Cape Barren Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇦🇺Flinders Council, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Barren Lighthouse

A white, square concrete tower, standing 4 meters tall, was built in 1967 on the eastern tip of Cape Barren Island. The lighthouse features a fiberglass tower atop a concrete pad, with its light positioned 25 meters above sea level. This Australian light emits a white flash every 12 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 14.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the easternmost point of the Furneaux Group islands, guiding vessels around Cape Barren Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1967

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: white fiberglass tower standing on a square concrete pad

Location

City
Flinders Council
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Tasmania
Sea Region
easternmost point of the Furneaux Group islands, eastern tip of Cape Barren Island
Latitude
-40.4369°
Longitude
148.4773°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Flinders island(17.0 km)
Admiralty No.
K3601.6
NGA No.
6648
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Barren Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Barren displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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 Cape Barren Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Barren Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is FLINDERS ISLAND at 17 NM to the NW. Other ports served include CAPE BARREN (21.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Barren Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Barren 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 Cape Barren Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Barren 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.