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Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇳🇿South Island (Cook Strait), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse

Constructed in 1903, this lighthouse features a 15-meter pyramidal concrete tower painted white. Its focal plane is also 15 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds. The tower's base is concrete and it has 16 sides. This structure is located on a slender, snake-like rocky peninsula that extends into Cook Strait.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 3 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4244.5
NGA No.
5089
ARLHS No.
NZL-070
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round tower, concrete base; 49

Location

City
South Island (Cook Strait)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-40.9897°
Longitude
174.3185°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Jackson Rock displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is WAIKAWA at 20.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Picton (22.4 NM SW), PORIRUA (25.6 NM ESE), Shelly Bay (28.6 NM SE), Burnham Wharf (28.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Jackson Rock 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 Cape Jackson Rock Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Jackson Rock 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.