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Clarence River Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇦🇺New South Wales, AUOperational

The Clarence River Lighthouse, also referred to as Yamba Light, stands on Pilot Hill within Wooli Park. This active lighthouse emits three white flashes every 15 seconds. Its focal plane is situated 41 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The current structure dates from 1955, succeeding an earlier lighthouse established in 1880. It is situated south of the Clarence River entrance in New South Wales.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as the rear range light for two distinct navigation routes.

Background
Clarence River Light, also known as Yamba Light or Clarence Head Light, is an active lighthouse located on Pilot Hill, a hill in Wooli Park, Yamba, New South Wales, Australia, south of the entrance of Clarence River. The current lighthouse was built in 1955, replacing a previous lighthouse built in 1880. It serves as the rear range light for two different ranges.
Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 15s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
14NM
Admiralty No.
K2818
NGA No.
5920
Wikidata
Q5126721
City
New South Wales
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-29.4325°
Longitude
153.3639°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify Clarence River Lighthouse at night?+
Clarence River displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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.
Which ports and harbors does Clarence River Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Clarence River Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Yamba at 1.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Ballina (35.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Clarence River Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Clarence River 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 Clarence River Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Clarence River 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.