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Baegyado Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Baegyado Lighthouse

Also known as: Baegyado (Paegyado, Paekyado)

A cylindrical concrete tower, 24 meters in height, was constructed in 2006 at the southern tip of Baegyado island. The lighthouse displays a white light with a single flash every 20 seconds, visible for nearly 20 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, with the tower itself painted white. It is situated near the city of Yeosu-si in the South Jeolla region of South Korea. The station also comprises multiple one-story keeper's houses.

Why it matters: This modern lighthouse assists vessels navigating the waters surrounding Baegyado island, marking its southern boundary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
58m
Geographic Range
19.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Significant events: new lighthouse announced December 1, 2006

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(8.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4306
NGA No.
17216

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
southern tip of Baegyado island
Latitude
34.6091°
Longitude
127.6544°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baegyado Lighthouse at night?+
Baegyado displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Baegyado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baegyado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 7.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Samil (16.7 NM NNE), Gwangyang (16.9 NM N), Narodo (24.2 NM SW), Nokdongsin (26.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baegyado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baegyado 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.
What shipping routes pass near Baegyado Lighthouse?+
Baegyado Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Baegyado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baegyado 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.