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Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

L White 2s🇦🇺Brisbane, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

This white, latticed concrete tower stands 19 meters tall with a focal height of 23 meters. It emits a single white flash every 2 seconds. The structure is located in Queensland, Australia, near Brisbane, and is situated 3.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Sandstone. The Spitfire Channel Range Rear light has a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for safe navigation through the Spitfire Channel, a key shipping route in Queensland. Its precise alignment with the front light ensures vessels can maintain a correct bearing, preventing groundings in the complex channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 2s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
L W 2s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

City
Brisbane
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
Spitfire Channel, Queensland, Australia
Latitude
-27.0090°
Longitude
153.1632°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sandstone(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
K2858.81
NGA No.
5692

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
latticed
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Spitfire Channel Range Rear displays the characteristic L White 2s. 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 Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sandstone at 3.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include CALOUNDRA (11.6 NM NNW), Bulwer (11.7 NM ESE), SCARBOROUGH (12.2 NM SSW), Mooloolaba (19.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Spitfire 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 Spitfire Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Spitfire 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.