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Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse

Oc white 3s🇦🇺Bega Valley Shire Council, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse

A white and red wooden tower standing 13.7 meters tall was constructed in 1862 on Lookout Point, west of the current lighthouse location. This structure guided ships into Twofold Bay, a significant natural harbor. The lighthouse now emits a white flashing light every 6 seconds. Its focal height reaches 39 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 16.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids vessels entering Twofold Bay, a natural harbor supporting commercial and recreational traffic. Its historical position on Lookout Point highlights the bay's long-standing role as a maritime refuge.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc white 3s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
white
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc.W.R
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13.7m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
wood

Structure: wood tower was built on Lookout Point in 1862; this is a short distant west of the current location

Location

City
Bega Valley Shire Council
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
New South Wales
Sea Region
Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point), Australia
Latitude
-37.0756°
Longitude
149.9143°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Twofold Bay(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
K2572
NGA No.
6576
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse at night?+
Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) displays the characteristic Oc white 3s. 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 Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Eden at 0.5 NM to the WNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) 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 Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Twofold Bay (Eden Harbour, Lookout Point) 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.