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Changseon Lighthouse

Fl G 6s🇰🇷Sacheon and Namhae Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Changseon Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a 56-meter tall round concrete tower painted green. A green square daymark is also affixed to the structure. The light emits a single green flash every 6 seconds, with a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It is part of the IALA B system for the Sacheon and Namhae Area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Sacheon and Namhae Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.9352°
Longitude
128.0417°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
56m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: PORT (IALA B) Green round concrete tower, green square daymark; 56

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4317.5
NGA No.
16974
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Changseon Lighthouse at night?+
Changseon displays the characteristic Fl G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Changseon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Changseon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 2.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Samil (13.4 NM WSW), GOSEONG (13.9 NM E), Gwangyang (16.2 NM W), Junghwa (18.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Changseon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Changseon 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 Changseon Lighthouse?+
Changseon 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 Changseon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Changseon 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.