• Point Lonsdale Pier - Lighthouse

    July 15, 2023 in Australia ⋅ 🌧 10 °C

    First built in 1890, the Point Lonsdale Pier pre-dates its neighbour the lighthouse by a dozen or so years. Popular fishing spot now with Mornington Peninsula in view.

    Point Lonsdale Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse built in traditional style. It is also known as the Point Lonsdale Signal Station. The lighthouse is located in the township of Point Lonsdale. The lighthouse guards the eastern end of the Bellarine Peninsula. This channel is notoriously treacherous. It is on the western entrance to Port Phillip Bay.

    Disappointed that the lighthouse was closed for no reason given (until further notice), I would have loved to have taken the tour.
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