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Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Hyeonbuk, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on a promontory approximately 8 kilometers southeast of Susan harbor, near Hajodae Beach in South Korea's Gangwon State. The cylindrical tower, painted white and featuring a gallery, emits a white flash every six seconds. Its light is visible for 15.7 nautical miles from a focal height of 32 meters. The lighthouse guides vessels along the coast of the East Sea. While the grounds are open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for maritime traffic in the waters southeast of Susan harbor, marking a significant coastal promontory.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Hyeonbuk
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
Located on a promontory about 8 km southeast of Susan harbor, near Hajodae Beach in South Korea.
Latitude
38.0219°
Longitude
128.7356°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(12.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4456
NGA No.
16428

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse at night?+
Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jumunjin at 9.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Sokcho (13.1 NM NNW), Okgye/Gangneung (28.4 NM SSE), Mukho/Donghae (33.7 NM SSE), Tonghae (34.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) 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 Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse?+
Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) 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 Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gisamun Dan (Hajodae Beach) 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.