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Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green 1s🇳🇿Banks Peninsula Community, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse

This white, round wooden tower stands 10 meters tall and was built in 2018, replacing a 7-meter concrete structure. Located approximately 500 meters south of Lyttelton's inner harbor entrance, it guides vessels on their approach to the port. The light displays a continuous white, red, or green signal depending on the vessel's bearing and also emits a quick-flashing white light. Its focal height is 10 meters, with a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operated by the Lyttelton Port Corporation.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for the safe navigation of ships entering Lyttelton, a significant port for New Zealand's South Island, working in conjunction with other aids to precisely guide vessels through the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green 1s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
1s
Raw Code
F W R G; Q W
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2018

Significant events: replaced a 7m round concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lyttelton(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
K4290
NGA No.
5256

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
wood

Structure: white tower

Location

City
Banks Peninsula Community
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Sea Region
guides vessels on their approach to Lyttelton, located about 500 m south of the inner harbor entrance
Latitude
-43.6128°
Longitude
172.7059°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Shag Reef Range Front displays the characteristic F White/Red/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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Lyttelton at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Rolleston (14.1 NM W), Akaroa (16.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shag Reef Range Front 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 Shag Reef Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shag Reef Range Front 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.