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Penguin Island Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇦🇺South Australia, AUInactive

Location & Light Range

About Penguin Island Lighthouse

This 66-meter square metal tower stands painted white with a single red stripe. Its light previously showed a white flash every 4 seconds. The structure has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. The lighthouse is no longer operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R. period 4s
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
South Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-37.4979°
Longitude
140.0137°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White square tower, red stripe; 66

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q2128
NGA No.
8096
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q18165660 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Penguin Island Lighthouse at night?+
Penguin Island displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Penguin Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Penguin Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Robe at 23.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Coonawarra (40.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Penguin Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Penguin Island Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Penguin Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Penguin 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.