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Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Also known as: Kamchon

This square concrete tower, standing 18 meters tall, was built in 2014 and first lit the same year. It features a graceful curve and is painted white, topped with a lantern and gallery. The structure's focal height reaches 23 meters above sea level. Its green light emits a single flash every 6 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. This modern lighthouse is situated at the eastern end of the Gamcheon Hang outer breakwater, near Busan.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to Gamcheon Hang, guiding vessels safely into this important South Korean port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4355.7
NGA No.
16768.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square white concrete tower, built in a graceful curve, with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Gamcheon Hang, South Korea
Latitude
35.0458°
Longitude
129.0062°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse at night?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Busan (3.7 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (6.6 NM NNE), South Busan (7.4 NM ENE), Busan New Port (10.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End 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 Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End 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 Outer Breakwater East End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater East End 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.