Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Gado Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Heuksan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gado Lighthouse

Located on a small island about 2.5 kilometers northeast of Daeheuksando harbor, the Gado Lighthouse aids navigation in South Korea's South Jeolla region. This active cylindrical concrete tower stands 6 meters tall, with its focal height at 63 meters. It displays a white light that flashes once every 6 seconds. The tower is painted black with a yellow lower half, and its structure is a round concrete design. Its geographic range extends to 20.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Gado Lighthouse is important for mariners navigating the waters near Daeheuksando harbor, providing a critical visual aid in an area that might otherwise be challenging to traverse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Location

City
Heuksan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
a small island about 2.5 km northeast of Daeheuksando harbor, South Korea
Latitude
34.7030°
Longitude
125.4633°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and lower half yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(45.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4224
NGA No.
17680
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Gado Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near South Korea, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gado Lighthouse at night?+
Gado displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Gado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Daeheuksando at 1.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Hongdo (14.2 NM WSW), Songgong (38 NM ENE), Gageohyangri (42.6 NM SSW), Mokpo (44.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gado 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.
How can I track vessels near Gado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gado 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.