Ferry to Cremorne Point and a walk to South Mosman Wharf

A wonderful afternoon out in my quest to photograph lighthouse. I got the ferry from Circular Quay with good views of Fort Denison and its light. I alighted at Cremorne Point and got super photos of Robertson Point Light. It is so photogenic in its gorgeous setting and there was a fisherman to add interest. Then I walked to South Mosman Wharf and got the ferry back to Circular Quay. Unfortunately my phone ran out of battery so I was not able to get even closer views of Fort Denison in the beautiful later afternoon light. I'll no doubt be back! 

Fort Denison

Robertson Point Light

Robertson Point Light

Cremorne Point lighthouse

Nice to get these photos of the Cremorne Point Lighthouse on the ferry from Taronga Zoo to Circular Quay.

Cremorne Point Lighthouse is officially known as Robertsons Point Lighthouse. Built in 1909, it closely follows the design of the earlier Bradleys Head Lighthouse and was constructed using some of Australia’s first precast reinforced-concrete sections made for maritime lights. The small white tower remains an active navigational aid, displaying a green light that is visible for two seconds and then obscured for one second. It is connected to the Cremorne Reserve shoreline by a narrow footbridge. Lighthouses of Australia.

Cremorne Point

A lovely stroll at Cremorne Point with its stunning views of the harbour.

Some interesting facts about Cremorne Point

• Cremorne Point was originally called Wul-warra-Jeung by the Cammeraygal people; the waters were known as Goram-Bullagong.
• It was renamed Careening Point in early colonial times after HMS Sirius was careened there.
• In 1856, it became home to the Cremorne Pleasure Gardens, a short-lived but extravagant attraction with a carousel, dancing, rifle galleries, fireworks, and ferry-inclusive admission.
• The name “Cremorne” comes from a similar pleasure garden in London and remains long after the original Sydney venue closed in 1862.
• Public protest and legal action in the early 1900s saved the 30-metre foreshore from private development, resulting in its permanent preservation for public use.
• Maccallum Pool, a harbourside saltwater pool, was built by locals in the 1920s and offers swimmers stunning views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
• The Cremorne Point Circuit walk, about 3 km, offers uninterrupted views of Sydney Harbour and passes through gardens, bushland, and historic features.
• The Robertson Point Light (built in 1910) is a still-functioning lighthouse that helps guide ships through the harbour.
• Cremorne Point is served by two ferry wharves, allowing easy and scenic access from Circular Quay.
• The Sydney Amateur Sailing Club, founded in 1872, operates at the point and is one of Australia’s oldest sailing clubs.

Robertsons Point Lighthouse