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Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇦🇺Cairns Regional, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse

A cylindrical red fiberglass tower, standing 4 meters tall, was constructed in 1992 on Little Fitzroy Island. Its light has a focal height of 33 meters and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 15.9 nautical miles. While the island site is open to the public, the tower itself is not accessible. This modern structure replaced an earlier light on the island, continuing its navigational role.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters around Little Fitzroy Island, an area frequented by recreational boaters and commercial tour operators.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1992

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical white fiberglass tower

Location

City
Cairns Regional
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Latitude
-16.9229°
Longitude
146.0064°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cairns(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
K3168
NGA No.
9956
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse at night?+
Little Fitzroy Island displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cairns at 13.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Yorkeys Knob (18.4 NM WNW), INNISFAIL (36 NM S), Port Douglas (40.8 NM NW), Mourilyan (41.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Little Fitzroy 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 Little Fitzroy Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Little Fitzroy 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.