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Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse

Fl Green 1s🇳🇿Banks Peninsula Community, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse

An octagonal wooden tower, standing 6 meters tall, was constructed in 1878 to serve Lyttelton Harbour. This structure features a lantern and gallery, and emits a single green flash every second. Its focal height is also 6 meters. The lighthouse is situated on Gladstone Quay, just 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port facilities. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. While the site is accessible, the tower itself is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels into Lyttelton Harbour, a key port for New Zealand's South Island, and helps mariners navigate busy shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 1s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
1s
Raw Code
Fl G 1s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1878

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Material
wood

Structure: octagonal wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Banks Peninsula Community
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Sea Region
Lyttelton Harbour, New Zealand
Latitude
-43.6093°
Longitude
172.7178°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lyttelton(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K4300
NGA No.
5272
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse at night?+
Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) displays the characteristic Fl Green 1s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Lyttelton at 0.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Rolleston (14.6 NM W), Akaroa (15.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) 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 Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) 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.