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Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Taehang

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall, with a focal height of 16 meters. The structure features a gallery and is painted red, serving as a navigational aid at the end of the Daehang North Breakwater. It emits a red flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located near Busan New Port, approximately 4.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse defines the northern limit of the Daehang harbor entrance, guiding vessels clear of the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Latitude
35.0123°
Longitude
128.8266°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan New Port(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4352.31
NGA No.
16779.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse at night?+
Daehang North Breakwater North Head displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan New Port at 3.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Okpo/Geoje (9.2 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (9.5 NM ENE), Jinhae (9.8 NM NW), Busan (11.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daehang North Breakwater North Head 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 Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
Daehang North Breakwater North Head 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 Daehang North Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daehang North Breakwater North Head 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.