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Cat Island Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇦🇺Flinders Council, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cat Island Lighthouse

A cylindrical stone tower, 30 meters in height, stands on Cat Island, a small landmass off the central east coast of Flinders Island. The structure is painted white and features a lantern and gallery. Its light emits a single white flash every 2.5 seconds. This solar-powered lens provides a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational, though the site and tower are closed to the public.

Why it matters: The Cat Island Lighthouse assists vessels navigating the waters near Flinders Island, helping to guide them safely past the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 2.5s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Location

City
Flinders Council
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Tasmania
Sea Region
small island off the central east coast of Flinders Island
Latitude
-39.9501°
Longitude
148.3540°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round rubblestone tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; solar-powered lens

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Flinders island(16.8 km)
Admiralty No.
K3600.8
NGA No.
6636
ARLHS No.
AUS-081
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cat Island Lighthouse at night?+
Cat Island displays the characteristic Fl White 2.5s. 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 Cat Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cat Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is FLINDERS ISLAND at 16.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include CAPE BARREN (29.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cat Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cat 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 Cat Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cat 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.