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Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 11 meters tall and is situated on a round concrete pier. Its tower features an octagonal shape and is painted black with a broad red horizontal band. The light is located 10 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse marks a reef located just off Donghang harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of a submerged reef, facilitating safe passage for fishing vessels and other local traffic in the waters north of Tongyeong.

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
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
reef just off Donghang harbor, on the east side of Goseong County north of Tongyeong, South Korea
Latitude
35.0465°
Longitude
128.3869°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Anjeong(5.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4340.995.
NGA No.
16821.5

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, mounted on a round concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse 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 Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is GOSEONG at 6.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Anjeong (6.6 NM SSE), Gohyeon/Geoje (12.2 NM SE), Masan (12.8 NM NE), Tongyeong (12.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse 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 Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse 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 Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Eastern Goseong County Lighthouse 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.