Name and Location

The Cape Karikari Light is located on the Karikari Peninsula in Northland Region, New Zealand. Its official address is "698W+QW Karikari Peninsula, Northland Region, New Zealand".

Construction and History

Unfortunately, the exact year of construction for the Cape Karikari Light is unavailable. Although the era during which it was built is not specified, it is likely that the lighthouse is a traditional design.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of this lighthouse is not specified, but it is likely to be a traditional lighthouse design. The construction materials used are also unknown.

Light and Navigation

The Cape Karikari Light has a height of 59 meters (194 feet) and a light range of approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). Its characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, displaying a flashing white light every 15 seconds, with three periods of flash followed by a period of no light.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse, but specific details on how to reach it are not available. Opening hours, entrance fee, guided tours, and on-site facilities are also unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the Cape Karikari Light is likely of the surrounding coastline and the Pacific Ocean. The surrounding landscape is a mix of rugged cliffs, beaches, and forests.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, there is no local folklore or unique anecdotes available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Although information on whether the light still functions for navigation is unavailable, it is possible that it may have been decommissioned or replaced by more modern navigational aids. There is also no available information on AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation at this lighthouse.

Further Information

Nautical chart references for Cape Karikari Light are NZ5114 and K 3694. For further reading, please refer to the following sources: LINZ; US NGA Pub. 111 (2010-09-02); Doubtless Bay Chart; Chart NZ5114.