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Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Kamchon

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 30 meters tall and emits a red light that flashes every 6 seconds. Its focal height is 32 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater, a structure extending into the sea near Busan. It features a lantern and gallery and is painted red.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels into Gamcheon Port, an industrial and fishing harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
35.0511°
Longitude
129.0089°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4355.4
NGA No.
16760
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Busan (3.3 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (6.3 NM NNE), South Busan (7.2 NM ENE), Busan New Port (10.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater 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 Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater 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 Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamcheon Hang East Breakwater 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.