Archer Point Lighthouse

The Archer Point Lighthouse was originally constructed in 1883 as a timber-framed structure covered with galvanised iron. However, it was replaced in 1975 with a modern square concrete equipment room topped with a lantern.

Architecture

• The lighthouse is located on Archer Point, a conical grassy headland approximately 29km southeast of Cooktown, Queensland, Australia. The original timber-framed structure was replaced by a new design featuring a modern square concrete equipment room and a lantern.
• The tower height is not specified in the provided data.

Light Characteristics

• The lighthouse emits a distinctive light pattern with multiple beams, including:
1. Fl (white) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
2. Fl (green) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
3. Fl (white) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
4. Fl (red) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
5. Fl (green) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
6. Fl (white) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
7. Fl (red) at 65m height, period of 20 seconds
• The light has a range of 17km for four of the beams and 13km for one beam.

Location

The lighthouse is situated on Archer Point Road in Cook Shire, Queensland, Australia. It is approximately 29km southeast of Cooktown.

Visiting Information

Due to its remote location, visiting information is limited. However, the lighthouse can be accessed via Archer Point Road.

Heritage Status

The Archer Point Lighthouse has been designated as a notable landmark in Queensland, Australia.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no specific historical events are documented for this lighthouse.