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St. Anne Point Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇳🇿South Island (Southland Region), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About St. Anne Point Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 27 meters tall and was first lit in 1937. Painted white, it emits a sequence of four white and red flashes every 12 seconds. The lighthouse is located on a rocky point at the southern entrance to Milford Sound. Its geographic range is 8 nautical miles, and it is visible between the bearings of 071 and 316 degrees.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W.R. period 12s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1937

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4464
NGA No.
5560
ARLHS No.
NZL-062
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower; 20. Visible 071°-316°. NEW ZEALAND-SOUTH ISLAND 106 (1)

Location

City
South Island (Southland Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-44.5728°
Longitude
167.7811°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St. Anne Point Lighthouse at night?+
St. Anne Point displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does St. Anne Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. Anne Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Milford Sound at 8.1 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. Anne Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. Anne 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 St. Anne Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. Anne 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.