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Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

2s🇦🇺Townsville, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Platypus Channel Range Rear (Max Hooper)

This steel tower, painted white, stands 18 meters tall and serves as the rear range light for the Platypus Channel, guiding vessels into Townsville, Queensland. It is part of an entrance range for the port, with its flash characteristic originating from the front light. The tower's construction details are not precisely known. While the original range has been relocated, this structure remains. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light was essential for guiding ships through the Platypus Channel into Townsville, a significant shipping lane in Queensland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
2s
Interval
2s
Raw Code
from front

Construction & History

Significant events: range relocated

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: steel tower painted white

Location

City
Townsville
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
entrance range for Townsville, Australia
Latitude
-19.2593°
Longitude
146.8240°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Townsville(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K3100.1
NGA No.
10062.1
ARLHS No.
AUS-265
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Townsville at 0.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Garbutt (3.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Platypus Channel Range Rear 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 Platypus Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Platypus Channel Range Rear 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.