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Cape Reinga Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇳🇿North Island (Northland Region), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Reinga Lighthouse

The white concrete tower at Cape Reinga was constructed in 1941. It stands 10 meters high and projects a light from a focal height of 165 meters. The light operates with a single white flash repeating every 12 seconds. Its characteristic beam offers a geographic range of 19 nautical miles. The structure also includes a reserve light.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northernmost point of New Zealand's North Island, indicating where the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean converge.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 12s
Focal Height
165m
Geographic Range
19NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1941

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3688
NGA No.
K 3688
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q1034473 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 33. W. 000°-011°, . 013°-263°. 10 Reserve light

Location

City
North Island (Northland Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-34.4268°
Longitude
172.6779°

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Reinga Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Reinga displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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.
Is Cape Reinga Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Reinga 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 Reinga Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Reinga 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.