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Pouto Point Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇳🇿NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pouto Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Pouto Point (relocated to Dargaville)

The Pouto Point lighthouse is a small, cylindrical fiberglass tower painted white with a red roof. Standing 3 meters tall, its light is situated 5 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 8.4 nautical miles. It emits a white flash every five seconds. Originally marking the Kaipara North Head, the structure has since been relocated and now stands beside the entrance road to the Dargaville Museum. Although the tower is closed to the public, the site remains accessible for visitors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse preserves a piece of local maritime history, offering insight into the navigational aids that once served the Kaipara Harbour.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Northland
Sea Region
formerly at the village of Pouto Point, a short distance northeast of Kaipara North Head; now beside the entrance road to the Dargaville Museum on the south side of Dargaville, New Zealand
Latitude
-35.9644°
Longitude
173.8682°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Whangarei(26.8 km)
Admiralty No.
K4130
NGA No.
4904

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical white fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pouto Point Lighthouse at night?+
Pouto Point displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Pouto Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pouto Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Portland at 23.9 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Whangarei (26.5 NM ENE), Marsden Point (31.3 NM ENE), MANGAWHAI (36 NM ESE), Opua (40.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pouto Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pouto 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 Pouto Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pouto 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.