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Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Gangneung-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Anmok

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 10 meters tall and painted white, is located on the south breakwater at Gangneung-si, South Korea. Its focal height reaches 18 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a green flash every 5 seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. While the tower is closed to visitors, the site is open, allowing access to the breakwater. The nearest ports, Okgye and Gangneung, are approximately 9.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Anmok Port, serving local fishing and tourism activities.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Gangneung-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Latitude
37.7727°
Longitude
128.9513°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okgye/Gangneung(9.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4449.75
NGA No.
16451.65

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Gangneung South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jumunjin at 8.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Okgye/Gangneung (10.3 NM SSE), Mukho/Donghae (15.6 NM SSE), Tonghae (16 NM SSE), Bupyong/Incheon (18.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gangneung South 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 Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Gangneung South 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 Gangneung South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gangneung South 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.