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Bangpo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bangpo Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 19 meters tall, with its focal plane at the same height. Painted black with a single red horizontal band, it is mounted on a round concrete pier. The structure is situated offshore, marking a reef near Bangpo harbor. Its white light emits a single flash every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse site is accessible, but the tower itself is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of a hazardous reef off Bangpo harbor, ensuring safe navigation for ships entering and exiting the port of Boryeong.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
reef off Bangpo harbor
Latitude
36.5016°
Longitude
126.3304°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boryeong(9.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4184.48.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted black with a red horizontal band, mounted on a round concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bangpo Lighthouse at night?+
Bangpo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bangpo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bangpo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Boryeong at 9.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Daecheon (13.8 NM SE), Biin (24.3 NM SSE), Taean-gun (25.4 NM N), Daesan/Seosan (30.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bangpo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bangpo 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 Bangpo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bangpo 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.