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Cheongsapo Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇰🇷Northern Busan, KROperational

The Cheongsapo lighthouse is situated in Northern Busan, South Korea. This navigational aid stands 19 meters above sea level. It emits a steady red light to guide vessels.

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Focal Height
19m
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
City
Northern Busan
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.1593°
Longitude
129.1915°
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How do mariners identify Cheongsapo Lighthouse at night?+
Cheongsapo displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red flash 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cheongsapo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cheongsapo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (7 NM W), Busan (8.4 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (10.5 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (18.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cheongsapo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cheongsapo 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 Cheongsapo Lighthouse?+
Cheongsapo 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 Cheongsapo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cheongsapo 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.