A photograph of Cleveland Point Light
Photograph · Iorek85 at English Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0

Historic site · Brisbane

Cleveland Point Light

Cleveland Point Lighthouse

Accessibility
Partly step-free
Price
Free entry
Standing
Must see · Heritage site
Rank
Rank 47 of 9,971
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Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

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Admission

Per person Free entry

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

Access and facilities

  • Step-free access · Limited
  • Toilets · Available

Source · Checked 2026-08-31

A photograph of Cleveland Point Light
Photograph · FlashFlyGuy from Australia · CC BY-SA 2.0

About Cleveland Point Light

Cleveland Point Lighthouse is a navigational aid structure located at Cleveland Point in the Brisbane metropolitan area. The lighthouse sits within the broader network of parks and gardens that characterise Brisbane's coastal and riverside landscape. As a maritime landmark, it serves functional purposes for vessel navigation while also representing part of the region's built heritage. The structure contributes to the visual identity of Cleveland Point as a destination within the Greater Brisbane region. Outdoor viewing at Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve; the lighthouse interior is closed every day.

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

A photograph of Cleveland Point Light
Photograph · Kgbo · CC BY-SA 4.0

What's inside

Visitors may approach and view the lighthouse up close, but cannot enter it. The exterior attraction has no staffed admission sessions or separate weekly closure day.

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How long to spend

A brief stop for photography and appreciation of the structure might require fifteen to thirty minutes. Those seeking to explore surrounding parkland, observe maritime activity, or enjoy the point's outlook could reasonably extend their stay to one or two hours. The visit duration may also vary with tidal conditions, weather, and personal interest in coastal scenery. Visitors combining this destination with other Redland Bay or Moreton Bay attractions should allocate time accordingly.

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Season and crowds

Brisbane's subtropical climate offers generally mild conditions for outdoor visitation throughout the year, with summer months bringing higher temperatures and humidity. Coastal locations can experience afternoon sea breezes. Visitors should consider personal comfort with heat and sun exposure when planning timing. Dawn and dusk periods may offer atmospheric lighting for observation. Outdoor viewing at Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve; the lighthouse interior is closed every day. Disabled access is available within Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve. The lighthouse can be viewed from the surrounding reserve, but its interior is closed to all visitors.

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Tickets

The official reserve listing identifies the experience as free; the lighthouse interior is not open to visitors. Disabled access is available within Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve. The lighthouse can be viewed from the surrounding reserve, but its interior is closed to all visitors.

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A photograph of Cleveland Point Light
Photograph · Kgbo · CC BY-SA 4.0

Getting there

Cleveland Point is located in the Redland City local government area, southeast of Brisbane's central business district. Cycling along waterfront paths may be feasible given Brisbane's park and garden connectivity. The Cleveland line serves Cleveland station. Translink routes 250 and 252 serve the named Shore St at Black Swamp Wetlands stop. Continue along Shore Street North to Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve at 242 Shore Street North; an on-site carpark is listed for road arrivals. The lighthouse can be viewed from the surrounding reserve, but its interior is closed to all visitors.

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What to watch out for

Visitors to Cleveland Point Lighthouse should exercise standard caution appropriate to coastal and maritime environments. The point location may expose visitors to weather conditions including strong sun, wind, and sudden changes. Unfenced edges or rocky foreshore areas could present trip or fall hazards, particularly for children or those with mobility limitations. Any active navigational equipment should not be interfered with. Disabled access is available within Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve. Council-installed double barbecues are wheelchair-accessible from all sides. The reserve has a carpark, public toilet, lookout, picnic area, playground, café, kiosk and restaurant.

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Photography

Cleveland Point Lighthouse offers photographic interest as a maritime structure within coastal landscape. The waterside setting provides potential for composition incorporating Moreton Bay, vessel traffic, and sky conditions. Golden hour and blue hour lighting may enhance atmospheric quality. Interior photography, if access were available, may have additional constraints. Visitors should respect any operational equipment and avoid positioning that compromises safety or navigation functions.

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Place details and sources

Type of place
Attraction OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Established
1864 Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Heritage designation
listed on the Queensland Heritage Register Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Wikipedia article
Cleveland Point Light Wikipedia · Checked 2026-09-09

Common questions

Can visitors go inside Cleveland Point Lighthouse?

No. Visitors may approach and admire the lighthouse up close, but the interior is closed.

Is Cleveland Point Lighthouse free to visit?

Yes. The official Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve listing identifies the experience as free.

When was Cleveland Point Lighthouse built?

Redland City Council dates the timber lighthouse to about 1865.

What makes the lighthouse unusual?

It is a hexagonal, timber-structured and timber-clad lighthouse—the only surviving 19th-century example of that type in Moreton Bay.

Does the lighthouse still guide ships?

No. It ceased being the working light after its replacement in February 1976 and is now preserved as a historic landmark.

Is Cleveland Point Lighthouse illuminated at night?

Yes. Council-installed feature lighting is normally cool white and can be changed to mark approved community awareness campaigns.

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Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·