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Beopseongpo Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Hongnong, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Beopseongpo Lighthouse

Also known as: Beopseongpo (Popsongpo)

A cylindrical concrete tower, 14 meters in height, stands offshore on the north side of the entrance to Beopseong harbor. This structure, which includes a gallery and is mounted on a concrete pier, emits a green light that flashes every 6 seconds. The lighthouse's focal height is 8 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though climbing the tower is not permitted. Its construction material is concrete, and the tower itself is painted green.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation into Beopseong harbor, particularly for local fishing vessels, by clearly marking the northern side of the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Hongnong
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
north side of the entrance to Beopseong harbor, offshore
Latitude
35.3697°
Longitude
126.4175°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(34.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4208.1.
NGA No.
M4208.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, mounted on a concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Beopseongpo Lighthouse at night?+
Beopseongpo displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Beopseongpo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Beopseongpo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sangwangdeungdo at 21.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Songgong (33.7 NM SSW), Mokpo (36.3 NM S), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (37.2 NM S), Gunsan (37.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Beopseongpo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Beopseongpo 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 Beopseongpo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Beopseongpo 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.