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Cleveland Point Lighthouse

238 Shore St N, Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia

Name and Location

The Cleveland Point Lighthouse is located at 238 Shore St N, Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia, within the Redland City council area of Queensland.

2. Construction and History

The lighthouse was built in 1864, making it one of the earliest lighthouses on the Australian coast. It stands at an impressive height, constructed from wood for its original purpose: guiding mariners through the treacherous waters of Moreton Bay.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Cleveland Point Lighthouse is a unique structure that has stood the test of time. Its wooden construction and traditional design make it a notable example of early Australian architecture.

4. Light and Navigation

Originally equipped with a first-order Fresnel lens, which was replaced in 1904 with a more modern optic.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Today, the lighthouse serves as an attraction for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of Moreton Bay and the surrounding landscape. Visitors can explore the lighthouse and learn about its rich history through guided tours or self-guided visits.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors can enjoy stunning views of Moreton Bay and the surrounding landscape from within the lighthouse.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable anecdotes or folklore available for this lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse ceased operations in 1975 and was subsequently closed.

9. Further Information

The Cleveland Point Lighthouse is listed on the Queensland Heritage Register, acknowledging its importance to the state's cultural heritage.

Details

NameCleveland Point Lighthouse
CityCleveland
CountryAustralia
Coordinates-27.5102129, 153.2890665
Year of construction1864
Historic significanceCultural and historical value
StoriesThe lighthouse was originally equipped with a first-order Fresnel lens.
Architectural styleTraditional design
Construction materialWood
Tower height500
Heritage statustrue
Renovations1904: replaced first-order Fresnel lens with a more modern optic
Access descriptionVisitors can explore the lighthouse and learn about its rich history through guided tours or self-guided visits.
Accessibletrue
Landscape typeRocky coast
View descriptionStunning views of Moreton Bay and the surrounding landscape.
Guided tourstrue
FacilitiesToilets, Café, Gift shop
Opening hoursGuided tours available.
Automatedfalse