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East Vernon Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 5s🇦🇺AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About East Vernon Lighthouse

A white cylindrical fiberglass tower, 11 meters high, stands on a square platform supported by piles offshore on the south side of East Vernon Island. First lit in 1928, the lighthouse guides vessels approaching Darwin from the northeast. Its light displays three colors, white, red, and green, according to the direction of approach, completing a cycle every 5 seconds. The tower stands 12 meters above sea level and has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guards the northeastern approach to Darwin, providing directional guidance with its multi-colored light to ensure safe passage.

Background
East Vernon Light is an active lighthouse in the Northern Territory of Australia located in the Clarence Strait on the southern coast of East Vernon Island. The lighthouse guards the northeastern approach to Darwin.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1928

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square cylindrical white fiberglass tower mounted on a square platform supported by robust piles

Location

Country
🇦🇺Australia
Sea Region
offshore on the south side of East Vernon Island, about 60 km northeast of Darwin, guiding vessels approaching Darwin from the northeast
Latitude
-12.0773°
Longitude
131.0951°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Darwin(28.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K3316
NGA No.
111-9540
ARLHS No.
AUS-066
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q5329603 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify East Vernon Lighthouse at night?+
East Vernon displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does East Vernon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
East Vernon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Palmerston at 28 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Darwin (28.6 NM SSW), Melville Island (33.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is East Vernon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, East Vernon 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 East Vernon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near East Vernon 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.