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Woodman Point Lighthouse

Occ WRG 30s🇦🇺Western Australia, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Woodman Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Gage Roads Lighthouse

Completed in 1902, Woodman Point Lighthouse stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 37 meters above sea level. Constructed from locally quarried limestone, the tower is situated inland on the highest point of land in the vicinity. Its operational life began in August 1902 and continues to the present day. The light emits a pattern of occluded white, red, and green, with a 30-second cycle. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. Adjacent to the tower are two limestone keepers' cottages in the Federation Bungalow style.

Why it matters: Registered as a State Registered Place, this lighthouse guides vessels approaching Fremantle Harbour, benefiting from its inland location as a leading light with distinct red, white, and green sectors.

Background
Woodman Point Lighthouse, also known as Coogee Lighthouse, is a lighthouse in Western Australia. Located on Woodman Point, it has been in continuous operation since August 1902. It is 9.8 metres (32 ft) high, and constructed of locally quarried limestone. It is located on the highest point of land in the area, which is unusually far inland for a lighthouse. On the same block of land are two Federation Bungalow style keepers' cottage, also built of limestone. The lighthouse is operated and maintained by Fremantle Ports for the benefit of shipping approaching Fremantle Harbour. The lighthouse is a leading light with three sectors: green to the east, a bright (white) central sector and red to the west. Most Western Australian lighthouses were taken over by the Commonwealth in 1915. Because Woodman Point was not considered to be a 'coastal light' it remained under state control. The lighthouse is not open to the public. The keepers' cottages have not been used as such since the light was electrified in 1955; currently, they are used as private residences.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WRG 30s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Oc.W.R.G. period 30s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1902
Heritage Status
State Registered Place

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
Q1774
NGA No.
K 1774
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q8033084 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m

Location

City
Western Australia
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-32.1310°
Longitude
115.7697°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Woodman Point Lighthouse at night?+
Woodman Point displays the characteristic Occ WRG 30s — 1 wrg flash every 30 seconds. 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 wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Woodman Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Woodman Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is COOGEE at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Henderson (2.1 NM S), Fremantle (4.9 NM NNW), Kwinana (5 NM SSW), North fremantle (5.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Woodman Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Woodman 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 Woodman Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Woodman 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.