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Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse

Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse is a 13-meter tall, cylindrical concrete tower erected in 1991. Located on a detached rock in the eastern part of Yeoja Bay, west of Yeosu City, its exterior is painted black with a solitary red horizontal stripe. The light source, positioned at a focal height of 14 meters, displays a white flash repeating every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid, marking an isolated rock formation within the eastern Yeoja Bay approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1991

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

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

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
Yeoja Bay, marking an isolated rock in the eastern part of the bay, near Sora Township and west of Yeosu City
Latitude
34.7865°
Longitude
127.5246°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(10.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4305.5
NGA No.
17218
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Dulyeongyeo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 7.7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Gwangyang (11.2 NM ENE), Samil (13.6 NM ENE), Nokdongsin (25.2 NM SW), Narodo (27.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dulyeongyeo 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 Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse?+
Dulyeongyeo 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 Dulyeongyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dulyeongyeo 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.