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Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇳🇿NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

The Tauranga Entrance Range Rear is a red, conical masonry tower standing 19 meters tall. Its focal plane is 17 meters above sea level. This beacon features a white light with a single white flash every 15 seconds. It is described as a white beacon with a vertical black stripe, positioned on the range line. The structure provides a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding vessels through the Tauranga Entrance, a primary waterway for commercial shipping accessing the Port of Tauranga.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Bay of Plenty
Sea Region
Tauranga Entrance, New Zealand
Latitude
-37.6357°
Longitude
176.1566°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tauranga(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
K3899.41
NGA No.
4332

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
red
Material
masonry

Structure: white beacon with a vertical black stripe on the range line

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Tauranga Entrance Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Tauranga at 1.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include WHAKATANE (44 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tauranga Entrance Range Rear 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 Tauranga Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tauranga Entrance Range Rear 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.