Cape Otway Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Cape Otway Lighthouse
Cape Otway Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Victoria, AU. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 73 meters above mean sea level.
Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl (3) W 18s. This means the light produces 3 flashes every 18 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.
Position: Cape Otway Lighthouse is positioned at -38.8574°S, 143.5117°E, near Victoria in AU.
Geographic context: Cape Otway Lighthouse is situated on the South Pacific Ocean. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.
Nearby lighthouses in AU: Other lighthouses in the region include Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear, Adelaide Semaphore Timeball, Adele Island, Airlie Island, Albany Rock. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.
Flash Characteristics
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Flash Count
- 3 flashes
- Interval
- 18s
Physical Specifications
- Focal Height
- 73m
- Light Range
- Not available
- Status
- INACTIVE
- City
- Victoria
- Country
- 🇦🇺AU
- Latitude
- -38.8574°
- Longitude
- 143.5117°
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