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Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Samcheok-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Toksan

This 11-meter concrete lighthouse stands on the west breakwater of Deoksan Hang. The cylindrical tower is painted white and supports a focal plane 14 meters above sea level. It emits a green light that flashes once every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the entrance to the harbor near Samcheok-si, with the nearest port being Samcheok, 4.2 kilometers away. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for the safe navigation of vessels entering and exiting Deoksan Hang, particularly for local fishing fleets and smaller commercial ships.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Samcheok-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
Deoksan (Toksan) Hang, West Breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
37.3787°
Longitude
129.2534°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samcheok(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4434.7
NGA No.
16506

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Deoksan Hang West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheok at 4.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Donghae (8.8 NM NW), Bupyong/Incheon (9.3 NM NW), Tonghae (11.8 NM NW), Mukho/Donghae (12.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Deoksan Hang West Breakwater 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 Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Deoksan Hang West Breakwater 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 Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Deoksan Hang West Breakwater 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.