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Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇰🇷Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse

This breakwater light marks the western entrance to the Sokcho Area in Northern Gangwon. Its focal height reaches 11 meters above sea level. The light emits a single green flash every 5 seconds. This operational aid provides a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. The light's characteristic is registered under NGA list number 16396 and Admiralty number M4459.54.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
9NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4459.54
NGA No.
16396

Location

City
Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
38.4439°
Longitude
128.4580°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Geojin-Ri West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 15.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jumunjin (38 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Geojin-Ri 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 Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Geojin-Ri 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 Geojin-Ri West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Geojin-Ri 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.