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Daeseo Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daeseo Lighthouse

Daeseo Lighthouse became operational in 2006 and was first lit in the same year. The structure is a 12-meter tower painted black with a red horizontal band. It exhibits a white light with two flashes every 5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 10 meters above sea level. This light is situated on a reef in the northern part of Goseong Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Focal Height
10m

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4321.54.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
black

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.8961°
Longitude
128.2691°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daeseo Lighthouse at night?+
Daeseo displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 5s — 2 white flashes 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.
Which ports and harbors does Daeseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daeseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GOSEONG at 4.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Tongyeong (8.2 NM ESE), Junghwa (8.3 NM SE), Anjeong (8.6 NM ENE), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (8.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daeseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daeseo 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 Daeseo Lighthouse?+
Daeseo 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 Daeseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daeseo 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.