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Hope Shoal Lighthouse

WRG🇳🇿North Island (Wellington Region), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hope Shoal Lighthouse

Hope Shoal Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in North Island (Wellington Region), NZ. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 17 meters above mean sea level.

Position: Hope Shoal Lighthouse is positioned at -41.2964°S, 174.8640°E, near North Island (Wellington Region) in NZ.

Geographic context: Hope Shoal Lighthouse is situated on the Tasman Sea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Nearby lighthouses in NZ: Other lighthouses in the region include Akaroa Head, Auckland Harbour Lighthouses, Baring Head, Bean Rock, Bluff Harbour Entrance. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Wellington

NZWLG

1.8 NMNW

Shelly Bay

NZSHB

2.3 NMWNW

Burnham Wharf

NZBUW

2.9 NMW

Lower hutt

NZLYJ

3.7 NMNNE

PORIRUA

NZPRR

11.8 NMN

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
WRG
Flash Type
—
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
17m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
North Island (Wellington Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-41.2964°
Longitude
174.8640°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Hope Shoal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hope Shoal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wellington at 1.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Shelly Bay (2.3 NM WNW), Burnham Wharf (2.9 NM W), Lower hutt (3.7 NM NNE), PORIRUA (11.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hope Shoal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hope Shoal 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 Hope Shoal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hope Shoal 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.