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Dongbaekseom Lighthouse

Q white 15s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongbaekseom Lighthouse

This 20-meter cylindrical concrete tower, painted yellow on its upper half and black on the lower half, stands 400 meters offshore from Haeundae Point. Its lantern and gallery are visible atop the structure. The lighthouse emits a white light, characterized by six quick flashes followed by a long flash, repeating in quick succession. Access to the lighthouse is only possible by boat. It is located about 5.8 kilometers from the nearest port of Busan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the waters near Haeundae Point, a significant coastal landmark in South Korea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q white 15s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
white
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Q.(6)+L.Fl.W
Focal Height
20.1168m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Located about 400 m offshore from Haeundae Point, visible from the well-known Haeundae faux lighthouse.
Latitude
35.1494°
Longitude
129.1495°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, upper half painted yellow and lower half black

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(5.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4374.35
NGA No.
16726.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dongbaekseom Lighthouse at night?+
Dongbaekseom displays the characteristic Q white 15s. 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 Dongbaekseom Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dongbaekseom Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 4 NM to the S. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (4.9 NM W), Busan (6.3 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (8.3 NM WSW), Busan New Port (17.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dongbaekseom Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dongbaekseom 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 Dongbaekseom Lighthouse?+
Dongbaekseom 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 Dongbaekseom Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dongbaekseom 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.