Yamba Lighthouse

Located on Pilot Hill in Yamba, the Yamba Lighthouse has been lighting the way for sailors since the 19th century.

Over time, the lighthouse has undergone several renovations, but it has always been a prominent feature of the Yamba landscape. Visitors can take in stunning views of the surrounding grassland, the ocean, and Yamba township. This iconic lighthouse is a must-visit destination in New South Wales for tourists and locals alike.

The Yamba Lighthouse provides an amazing backdrop for photo opportunities with family and friends. The grassy area surrounding the lighthouse is an ideal spot for a picnic after a day at the beach or for enjoying some local fish and chips. During the whale-watching season, you can experience an unforgettable whale watching adventure from the lighthouse. Watching the full moon rise and the sun setting over the ocean are also breathtaking experiences at the Yamba Lighthouse.

Stories about the first Yamba Lighthouse seem to vary a little but it seems that there was first a rudimentary structure of a platform with a kerosene lamp on it on the most easterly part of Pilot Hill. As demand for a more substantial lighthouse grew, a small wooden humpy was built in 1866. The shutters were opened each night to dispense the rays of a large kerosene lamp placed on a bench. It was in the same place as the first and next to the flagstaff. It was however replaced by a permanent light in 1880 at a cost of 1,097 pounds, which was built by W. Kinnear.

The Yamba Lighthouse is open all year round, but visitors are encouraged to go during daylight hours. This allows for ample time to experience