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Bongamdo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bongamdo Lighthouse

Also known as: Bongamdo (Pongamdo, Chubongdo)

Bongamdo Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 22 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 13.6 nautical miles. This structure is located on an island off the southeastern tip of Hansando, serving as a marker for a sheltered route towards Tongyeong along the southwest side of Geojedo. The nearest port is Geoje, located 5.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to a protected shipping lane towards Tongyeong, providing a critical navigational reference for vessels navigating the complex waters around Hansando and Geojedo.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
island off the southeastern tip of Hansando, marking the beginning of a sheltered route to Tongyeong along the southwest side of Geojedo
Latitude
34.7503°
Longitude
128.5606°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Geoje(5.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4330.7
NGA No.
16898
USCG No.
KR-2185
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bongamdo Lighthouse at night?+
Bongamdo displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bongamdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bongamdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Geoje at 6.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tongyeong (8.7 NM NW), Junghwa (9.8 NM WNW), Gohyeon/Geoje (10 NM N), Okpo/Geoje (11.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bongamdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bongamdo 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 Bongamdo Lighthouse?+
Bongamdo 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 Bongamdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bongamdo 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.