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Nugget Point Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇳🇿NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nugget Point Lighthouse

The Nugget Point Lighthouse, a cylindrical stone tower standing 9.5 meters tall, was built in 1870. Its black and orange exterior contrasts with the surrounding landscape at the end of a gravel road near Kaka Point. The lighthouse emits two white flashes with an additional white flash every 12 seconds, visible for over 22 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery attached to a one-story equipment building. In 2006, the light was converted to an LED lens unit, and the equipment building's roof was replaced in 2016.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the southern coast of New Zealand, especially around the Nugget Point headland, a location known for its challenging maritime conditions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(2+1) W 12s
Focal Height
76m
Geographic Range
22.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1870

Significant events: light moved to LED lens unit in 2006, equipment building roof replaced in 2016

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and orange
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to 1-story equipment building

Location

Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Otago
Sea Region
located at the end of a gravel road near Kaka Point, about 3 km south of Port Molyneux, New Zealand
Latitude
-46.4482°
Longitude
169.8170°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dunedin(45.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K4380
NGA No.
5408
ARLHS No.
NZL-038
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nugget Point Lighthouse at night?+
Nugget Point displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nugget Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nugget Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is DUNEDIN at 45 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Ravensbourne (46.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nugget Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nugget 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 Nugget Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nugget 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.