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Geojin-Ri Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇰🇷Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon), KRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Geojin-Ri Lighthouse

The Geojin-Ri is a white, round concrete tower that stands 43 meters high. Its light emits a white flash every 15 seconds, providing a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. The structure also incorporates AIS with MMSI number 994403806. It is located in the Sokcho Area of Northern Gangwon.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
38.4493°
Longitude
128.4647°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 43. AIS (MMSI No 994403806)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4459.5
NGA No.
16388
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Geojin-Ri Lighthouse at night?+
Geojin-Ri displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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.
Which ports and harbors does Geojin-Ri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Geojin-Ri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 15.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jumunjin (38.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Geojin-Ri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Geojin-Ri Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
What shipping routes pass near Geojin-Ri Lighthouse?+
Geojin-Ri 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 Geojin-Ri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Geojin-Ri 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.