Managing Organization: National Ports Authority
Website: http://www.npa.co.za/salato/Cape%20Columbine.htm
Notes: This lighthouse still has a resident keeper. The phone number at the lighthouse is 02285-718. Guided tours of the lighthouse are available. Tower Height: 49 Height of Focal Plane: 262 Characteristic and Range: White flash every 15 seconds, visible for 32 nautical miles. Description of Tower: White, square, pyramidal, concrete tower.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1936 Date Present Tower Built: 1936 Fog Signal: 1936: Twin diaphone signal. Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only. Directions: The lighthouse is accessible by road; it is about two hours from Cape Town. Nearby Lodging: There are three cottages here available for overnight stays (self-catering), along with a conference facilty and gift shop.
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