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Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse

F green 6s🇳🇿Whanganui, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This square, skeletal steel tower stands 7 meters tall and 16 meters above sea level. Its white structure is marked with a large black X at the top. The light emits a green signal, flashing once every 33 seconds. Located near Whanganui, it is only 1 kilometer from the nearest port. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. Its geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light is important for navigation within the South Taranaki Bight, a significant shipping route along New Zealand's North Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F green 6s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
F.G. 33
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Whanganui
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Manawatū-Whanganui
Sea Region
Manawatū-Whanganui Region, South Taranaki Bight
Latitude
-39.9451°
Longitude
174.9886°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wanganui(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
K4078
NGA No.
4752

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a large black X at the top
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower carrying a white slatted daymark and a large black X at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses displays the characteristic F green 6s. 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 Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Wanganui at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Waverley Harbour (18.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses 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 Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Manawatū-Whanganui Region (South Taranaki Bight) Lighthouses 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.