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Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Kamchon

This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, stands 30 meters tall and serves as the Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse. It emits a green light with a characteristic of a single flash every 6 seconds. The focal height of the light is 32 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. This structure is situated on the western breakwater, marking the entrance to Gamcheon Port in Busan, South Korea. It is located 3.8 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the western side of the entrance to Gamcheon Hang, a significant industrial and fishing hub, helping to prevent collisions and groundings for vessels entering or exiting the harbor.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Gamcheon Hang, South Korea
Latitude
35.0489°
Longitude
129.0060°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4355.5
NGA No.
16760.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Busan (3.5 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (6.4 NM NNE), South Busan (7.4 NM ENE), Busan New Port (10.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamcheon Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gamcheon Hang West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Gamcheon Hang West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamcheon Hang West 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.