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Bimal Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇰🇷Samcheok-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bimal Lighthouse

Also known as: Bimal (Pi Mal)

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 15 meters tall, was built in 2014 near Samcheok-si in South Korea's Gangwon State. Its lantern and gallery are painted white, matching the tower's color. Situated on a promontory approximately 15 kilometers southeast of Samcheok, the lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds. Its focal height is 76 meters, providing a geographic range of 22.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is part of a military reservation and is not accessible to the public.

Why it matters: This aid to navigation helps guide vessels navigating the waters off the significant port city of Samcheok, assisting them in avoiding coastal hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
76m
Geographic Range
22.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samcheok(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4435
NGA No.
16496

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Samcheok-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
promontory about 15 km southeast of Samcheok
Latitude
37.3787°
Longitude
129.2547°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bimal Lighthouse at night?+
Bimal displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Bimal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bimal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheok at 4.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Donghae (8.9 NM NW), Bupyong/Incheon (9.3 NM NW), Tonghae (11.9 NM NW), Mukho/Donghae (12.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bimal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bimal 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 Bimal Lighthouse?+
Bimal 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 Bimal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bimal 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.