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Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇦🇺Clarence Valley Council, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 7 meters tall, was first lit in 1955. Located on Pilot Hill in Yamba, south of the Clarence River entrance, its focal height reaches 41 meters above sea level. The lighthouse displays a white light with one flash every 15 seconds, visible for 17.2 nautical miles. It is part of a range, serving as the rear light for the North Channel of the Clarence River. The structure shares a similar design with the Fingal Head and Ballina Head Lights, featuring a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: Established as a rear range light, this station is essential for guiding vessels through the North Channel of the Clarence River, a key passage for local commerce and recreational boating.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
41m
Geographic Range
17.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1955

Significant events: station established 1866

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round tower, similar in form to the Fingal Head and Ballina Head Lights, with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Clarence Valley Council
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
New South Wales
Sea Region
south of the entrance to the Clarence River, on Pilot Hill in Yamba, about 30 km east of Maclean
Latitude
-29.4325°
Longitude
153.3640°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yamba(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
AUS-058
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses 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 Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses 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 Valley Council Area Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Clarence Valley Council Area Lighthouses 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.