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Dongsinyeo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongsinyeo Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 11 meters in height, is situated on a rock in the northeastern section of Yeoja Bay. The structure is painted black and features a single red horizontal band. Its light reaches a focal height of 14 meters and produces a white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. Access to the location is by boat; the grounds are open to the public, but the tower is not accessible. The lighthouse lies about 10 kilometers east of Yeosu-si.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the harbor entrance for Yeosu and assists vessels in the intricate Yeoja Bay area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
isolated rock in the northeastern part of Yeoja Bay, about 2 km east of Dulyeongyeo light
Latitude
34.7837°
Longitude
127.5425°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(10.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4305.53.
NGA No.
M4305.53

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted black with one red horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dongsinyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Dongsinyeo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dongsinyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dongsinyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 6.8 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Gwangyang (10.6 NM NE), Samil (12.9 NM ENE), Nokdongsin (25.8 NM SW), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (28 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dongsinyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dongsinyeo 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 Dongsinyeo Lighthouse?+
Dongsinyeo 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 Dongsinyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dongsinyeo 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.