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Managing Organization:
Cape Nelson Lightstation
Website: http://www.lightstation.com.au
Email: enquiries@lightstation.com.au
Contact Address Information:
P.O. Box 1030
Portland, Victoria
Australia
Notes:
Cape Nelson is known as a great spot for whale watching. This is still an active lighthouse; the beacon is maintained by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Height of Focal Plane: 820 Characteristic and Range: White light, group flashing 4 times every 20 seconds; visible for 22 nautical miles. Description of Tower: White, conical, stone tower.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1884 Date Present Tower Built: 1884 Current Use: Active aid to navigation, accommodations, café. Open To Public? Yes. Directions:
The lighthouse is is a ten-minute drive from the center of Portland. Kendall Airlines runs daily service between Melbourne and Portland, and rail service runs daily between Melbourne and Warrnambool. This connects with a bus service from Warrnambool to Portland. A bus also runs from Melbourne to Portland. Keepers: William Fish (1884-?), Henry Murray (assistant, 1884-?), Thomas MacBain (assistant, 1884-?) Nearby Lodging: The two keeper's cottages have been renovated and are available for overnight stays. Call (61 3) 5523 5100 or email enquiries@lightstation.com.au for details.
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