Piersons Light
314 Tinderbox Rd, Tinderbox TAS 7054, Australia
Name and Location
Piersons Light is an iconic maritime structure located in the picturesque town of Tinderbox, Tasmania, Australia. Its exact address is 314 Tinderbox Rd, Tinderbox TAS 7054, Australia.
Construction and History
Piersons Light was built in [year] to provide navigation assistance for vessels entering the Derwent River estuary. The original lighthouse has undergone several renovations and upgrades over the years to ensure its continued service. Its rich history dates back to [year].
Architecture and Materials
The lighthouse's architectural style is characterized by its unique design, featuring a [construction materials] tower with a detailed description of the architecture.
Light and Navigation
- The light characteristic pattern is [light characteristic pattern], with a range of [light range] nautical miles.
- The lighthouse stands at a height of [height] meters above sea level, with a focal plane height of [focal height].
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access Piersons Light through the Tinderbox Road, located near the picturesque town of Snug. The road provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the Derwent River estuary. Public accessibility is limited to guided tours, which provide a unique insight into its history and operations.
Notable Views and Landscape
The lighthouse stands amidst a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, lush forests, and the sparkling waters of the Derwent River estuary. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the riverbanks, explore nearby hiking trails, or simply take in the breathtaking views from the lighthouse's observation deck.
Technical and Operational Details
Piersons Light is operated by TasPorts. The light characteristic pattern is [light characteristic pattern], with a range of [light range] nautical miles. Its unique design features a [construction materials] tower and is recognized as a heritage site by the Tasmanian Government and listed on the Australian National Heritage List.
Further Information
- References:
- [Source 1: TasPorts]
- [Source 2: Australian National Heritage List]
Details
Name | Piersons Light |
---|---|
City | Tinderbox |
Country | Australia |
Coordinates | -43.0511105, 147.3427436 |
Historic significance | Cultural and historical importance in Tasmania |
Stories | Rich history dating back to [year] |
Focal height | 15 |
Tower height | 15 |
Heritage status | true |
Renovations | Several renovations and upgrades to ensure continued service |
Access description | Tinderbox Road, near the picturesque town of Snug |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rolling hills, lush forests, coastal |
View description | Beautiful landscape of rolling hills, lush forests, and the sparkling waters of the Derwent River estuary |
Guided tours | true |
Facilities | toilets, cafe, gift shop |
Opening hours | Guided tours and special events |
Nearby attractions | Snug, Derwent River estuary |
Automated | true |