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Point Quobba Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 20s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Point Quobba Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round concrete tower painted white with a red cupola. The structure stands 59 meters tall, with its light positioned 64 meters above sea level. Its characteristic is four white flashes occurring every 20 seconds. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 20s
Focal Height
64m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-24.4798°
Longitude
113.4182°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
59m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red cupola; 59

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1716
NGA No.
9268
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Point Quobba Lighthouse at night?+
Point Quobba displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 20s — 4 white flashes every 20 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 Point Quobba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Point Quobba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Cape Cuvier at 15.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Carnarvon (28.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Point Quobba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Point Quobba 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 Point Quobba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Point Quobba 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.