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Palfrey Island Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 15s🇦🇺Cook Shire, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Palfrey Island Lighthouse

The Palfrey Island Lighthouse stands 9 meters tall on a square concrete tower painted red. This structure reaches a focal height of 80 meters, emitting a white light that flashes once every 15 seconds. It is situated on a small island southwest of Lizard Island, approximately 30 kilometers from the Queensland mainland. This operational lighthouse has a geographic range of 22.6 nautical miles. While the island site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels navigating near Lizard Island, a key location within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, helping to ensure safe passage through this ecologically sensitive area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
80m
Geographic Range
22.6NM

Location

City
Cook Shire
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
small island off the southwest side of the larger Lizard Island, about 30 km off the mainland, Queensland, Australia
Latitude
-14.6963°
Longitude
145.4498°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lizard island(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
K3216
NGA No.
9848
ARLHS No.
AUS-083

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Palfrey Island Lighthouse at night?+
Palfrey Island displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 15s — 4 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 Palfrey Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Palfrey Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is LIZARD ISLAND at 1.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Cape Flattery (18.1 NM SSW), Cooktown (48.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Palfrey Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Palfrey 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 Palfrey Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Palfrey 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.