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Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse

F Green/Red🇳🇿NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse

A yellow, 14-meter tall skeletal steel tower stands at the entrance to the Grey River. It features a red vertical stripe and carries a large slatted daymark. The light emits either a fixed green or a fixed red signal, depending on the direction of approach. Located 0.1 km from the nearest port, Greymouth, this structure guides vessels into the channel. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for safe navigation into the Grey River, directly supporting the shipping activities of the Port of Greymouth.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green/Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green/Red
Raw Code
F G or F R
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
West Coast
Sea Region
Grey River, Greymouth, West Coast Region, New Zealand
Latitude
-42.4469°
Longitude
171.2018°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Greymouth(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
K4475
NGA No.
5588

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
yellow with a red vertical stripe
Material
steel

Structure: triangular skeletal tower carrying a large slatted daymark painted yellow with a red vertical stripe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Greymouth Range Front displays the characteristic F Green/Red. 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 green/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Greymouth at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Westport (45.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Greymouth Range Front 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 Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Greymouth Range Front 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.