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Deogudo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Deogudo Lighthouse

Also known as: Deogudo (Dogudo, Togudo)

This octagonal concrete lighthouse stands 8 meters tall on a hill overlooking the harbor of Deogudo, a small island located south of Saengildo. Its light is positioned 23 meters above sea level. The structure is painted white, and it emits a white flash every 5 seconds. Deogudo Lighthouse has been operational for an unspecified duration, serving as a navigational aid. The lighthouse grounds are open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port is Wando, situated 13.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides guidance for vessels navigating the waters around Deogudo and entering the island's harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
a small, inhabited island about 8 km south of Saengildo, located on a hill above the harbor of Deogudo
Latitude
34.2533°
Longitude
127.0092°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wando(13.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4283.7
NGA No.
17309

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Deogudo Lighthouse at night?+
Deogudo displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Deogudo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Deogudo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wando-gun at 12.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Shinma (13.4 NM NW), Narodo (14.3 NM ENE), Nokdongsin (17 NM NNE), Hwahungpo (17.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Deogudo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Deogudo 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 Deogudo Lighthouse?+
Deogudo 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 Deogudo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Deogudo 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.