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Corbett Reef Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇦🇺Cook Shire, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Corbett Reef Lighthouse

This fiberglass tower stands 12 meters tall and 21 meters above sea level, guiding vessels through a narrow passage between reefs northwest of Cape Melville, Australia. The structure rests on a platform supported by four concrete piles. Its white light flashes once every 7.5 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in a challenging marine environment with complex underwater topography. The site is open to visitors arriving by sea, though the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: The Corbett Reef lighthouse marks a critical, narrow passage between reefs, significantly reducing the risk of groundings in an area known for its challenging underwater landscape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Cook Shire
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
a narrow passage between reefs about 50 km northwest of Cape Melville, Australia
Latitude
-14.1284°
Longitude
144.5142°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lizard island(63.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K3223.2
NGA No.
9801

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: fiberglass tower standing on a platform supported by four robust concete piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Corbett Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Corbett Reef displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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.
Is Corbett Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Corbett Reef 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 Corbett Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Corbett Reef 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.