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Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇦🇺Melbourne, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse

Also known as: Port Melbourne Channel (Port Melbourne Range Rear)

A slender concrete tower, built in 1924, stands 26 meters tall, with its light positioned 24 meters above sea level. It is painted white and features a red cap at the top. This operational lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds. The tower is situated about 600 meters inland from Beach Street, east of Princes Pier, at the northern end of Beacon Vista in Beacon Cove. The nearest port, Melbourne, is 2.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for navigating the Port Melbourne Channel, a primary entry point for ships into one of Australia's busiest ports. Its location within the redeveloped Beacon Cove area also marks it as a landmark in a modern urban waterfront.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1924

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Melbourne(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
K2338.1
ARLHS No.
AUS-139

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Color
white with a red cap at the top
Material
concrete

Structure: slender concrete tower, painted white with a red cap at the top

Location

City
Melbourne
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Victoria
Sea Region
Port Melbourne Channel, about 600 m inland from Beach Street east of Princes Pier, at the north end of Beacon Vista in Beacon Cove.
Latitude
-37.8369°
Longitude
144.9303°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse at night?+
Port Melbourne Channel 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.
Which ports and harbors does Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Melbourne at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Port Melbourne (0.3 NM NE), Prahran (3.4 NM ESE), Maribyrnong (3.9 NM NW), Eltham (12.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Melbourne Channel 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 Port Melbourne Channel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Melbourne Channel 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.