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Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse

F Blue 5s🇦🇺City of Kwinana, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse

A cylindrical steel tower, painted black and red, stands 28 meters tall near Kwinana, Australia. The structure, reaching a focal height of 29 meters, guides vessels within Cockburn Sound. It is situated off the end of Riseley Road on a jetty, marking the front of a range leading to industrial piers on the eastern side of the sound. The light emits a continuous blue flash, visible for 15.1 nautical miles. The tower's construction material is steel, and it is an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for the safe navigation of ships approaching the industrial piers within Cockburn Sound, providing precise directional guidance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Blue 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Blue
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F B
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

City
City of Kwinana
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Western Australia
Sea Region
Cockburn Sound, guiding vessels approaching industrial piers on the east side, located off the end of Riseley Road in Kwinana, Australia.
Latitude
-32.2092°
Longitude
115.7686°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and red
Material
steel

Structure: round steel column

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kwinana(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1777
NGA No.
8976
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Stirling Channel Range Front displays the characteristic F Blue 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 blue color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kwinana at 2.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Henderson (2.6 NM N), COOGEE (6.5 NM N), Fremantle (9.5 NM N), North fremantle (10.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Stirling Channel Range Front 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 Stirling Channel Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Stirling Channel Range Front 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.