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Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

Q W 14s🇳🇿North Island (Wellington Region), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

The Wellington Entrance Range Front is a white cylindrical tower with green bands, standing 36 meters tall. Its focal height is 7 meters. The light emits a quick white flash. This structure guides vessels entering Wellington Harbour.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides a geographic range of 21 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 14s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
14s
Raw Code
Q.W.
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
21NM

Location

City
North Island (Wellington Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-41.3177°
Longitude
174.8558°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and green

Structure: White cylindrical tower, green banded; 36

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4010
NGA No.
4592
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Wellington Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic Q W 14s — 1 white flash every 14 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 Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Burnham Wharf at 2.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Shelly Bay (2.7 NM NW), Wellington (2.8 NM NNW), Lower hutt (5 NM NNE), PORIRUA (13.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wellington Entrance 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 Wellington Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wellington Entrance 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.