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Jerningham Point Lighthouse

Q Red 25s🇳🇿Wellington, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jerningham Point Lighthouse

A round white concrete tower, standing 6 meters tall, marks Jerningham Point at the eastern edge of Wellington's inner harbor. With a focal height of 6 meters, it emits a quick flashing red light. This structure guides vessels navigating the harbor entrance, with a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is situated just 0.4 kilometers from Wellington's port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the critical promontory sheltering Wellington's inner harbor, guiding vessels safely into and out of one of New Zealand's busiest ports.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Red 25s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Interval
25s
Raw Code
Q R
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Wellington
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Wellington
Sea Region
Wellington's inner harbor, New Zealand
Latitude
-41.2860°
Longitude
174.8036°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wellington(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
K4024
NGA No.
4688

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jerningham Point Lighthouse at night?+
Jerningham Point displays the characteristic Q Red 25s. 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 Jerningham Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jerningham Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shelly Bay at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Burnham Wharf (0.9 NM S), Wellington (1.8 NM ENE), Lower hutt (5.1 NM ENE), PORIRUA (11.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jerningham Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jerningham Point 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 Jerningham Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jerningham Point 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.