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Gampo Lighthouse

Fl WR 17s🇰🇷Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gampo Lighthouse

This white, four-sided concrete tower stands 69 meters tall in the Uljin Area of North Gyeongsang. Its focal plane is 30 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 20 seconds. Its light has a geographic range of 22 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl WR 17s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
17s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 20s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.8072°
Longitude
129.5115°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
69m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White four-sided concrete tower; 69. AIS (MMSI No 994403569)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4400
NGA No.
16668
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gampo Lighthouse at night?+
Gampo displays the characteristic Fl WR 17s — 1 wr flash every 17 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gampo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gampo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 10.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pohang (13.5 NM NNW), Sinhang/Pohang (16.7 NM N), Mipo/Ulsan (17.9 NM SSW), Ulsan (18.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gampo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gampo 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 Gampo Lighthouse?+
Gampo 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 Gampo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gampo 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.