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Reef Point Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇳🇿Te Hiku Community, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Reef Point Lighthouse

Also known as: Reef Point (Tauroa Point)

The Reef Point Lighthouse is a 3-meter tall cylindrical structure made of white fiberglass, standing on an isolated headland west of Ahihara. It emits a white light with two flashes every 10 seconds from a focal height of 65 meters. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 20.8 nautical miles. The site itself is open to visitors, though access to the tower is restricted. Located about 100 kilometers south-southeast of Cape Reinga, it serves the waters off New Zealand's North Island.

Why it matters: This light marks the coast near an area historically significant for kauri gum harvesting.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Location

City
Te Hiku Community
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Northland
Sea Region
isolated headland west of Ahihara, about 100 km south southeast of Cape Reinga, New Zealand
Latitude
-35.1844°
Longitude
173.0572°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paihia(51.2 km)
Admiralty No.
K4153
NGA No.
4912
ARLHS No.
NZL-050

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
3m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
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 Reef Point Lighthouse at night?+
Reef Point displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Reef Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Reef Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Whangaroa at 35.2 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Reef Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Reef 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 Reef Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Reef 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.