Managing Organization: Maritime New Zealand
Website: http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz
Notes: This lighthouse was originally erected on Mana Island near Cook Strait; it was moved to Cape Egmont in 1877. Tower Height: 66 Height of Focal Plane: 108 Characteristic and Range: Three white flashes every 30 seconds, visible for 22 nautical miles. Description of Tower: White, conical, cast iron tower.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1881 Date Present Tower Built: 1865
Tower Moved? 1877 Date Automated: 1986 Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only. Directions: The lighthouse is on Cape Road, State Highway 45, Pungarehu.
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