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Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse

L Red 12s🇳🇿Waiheke, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower stands 20 meters tall, painted white with narrow red horizontal bands. This structure, built in the 1880s, first became operational in 1905 after a period of bureaucratic delays. Its focal height is 21 meters, and it emits a red light with a characteristic of one flash every 12 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on a small islet just off the western end of Rangitoto Island, within Auckland Harbour. It is managed by the Port of Auckland and remains an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a key point for vessels entering Auckland Harbour, guiding them around the western end of Rangitoto Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L Red 12s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
Red
Interval
12s
Raw Code
L R 12s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880
First Lit
1905

Significant events: bureaucratic bickering delayed activation

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Devonport(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
K3744
NGA No.
4048
ARLHS No.
NZL-045

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with narrow red horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round tapered concrete tower with gallery, painted white with narrow red horizontal bands

Location

City
Waiheke
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Auckland
Sea Region
Auckland Harbour, on a small islet just off the western end of Rangitoto Island, a volcanic island in New Zealand
Latitude
-36.7819°
Longitude
174.8223°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Auckland Harbour Lighthouses displays the characteristic L Red 12s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Takapuna at 2.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Devonport (3.2 NM SSW), BAYSWATER (3.6 NM SW), ORAKEI (4.2 NM S), Auckland (4.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Auckland Harbour Lighthouses Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.