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Low Rocky Point Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇦🇺West Coast, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Low Rocky Point Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a sharp promontory on Tasmania's remote southwest coast. The structure is a 6-meter-tall rectangular white fiberglass tower. Its light emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 17.1 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 40 meters above sea level. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed. This lighthouse is located 50.1 kilometers by sea from the nearest port of Strahan.

Why it matters: This light is essential for vessels navigating the hazardous southwest coast of Tasmania, marking a dangerous promontory exposed to severe weather.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

City
West Coast
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Tasmania
Sea Region
remote southwest coast of Tasmania, on a sharp promontory
Latitude
-42.9835°
Longitude
145.5024°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Strahan(50.1 km)
Admiralty No.
K3659
NGA No.
6888

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
rectangular
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: rectangular white fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Low Rocky Point Lighthouse at night?+
Low Rocky Point displays the characteristic Fl White 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 Low Rocky Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Low Rocky Point 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 Low Rocky Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Low Rocky Point 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.