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Haegyeong Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Haegyeong Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 13 meters tall, is painted white and topped with a lantern and gallery. It was built and first lit in 2013, replacing an earlier structure that was removed during pier extensions between 2012 and 2013. The Haegyeong Lighthouse emits a single green flash every 4 seconds. Its focal height reaches 18 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the end of the Coast Guard pier on the south side of Busan harbor.

Why it matters: The Haegyeong Lighthouse guides vessels approaching the southern entrance to Busan harbor, marking the seaward end of the Coast Guard pier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

Significant events: original lighthouse removed 2012-13

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(1.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4356.55
NGA No.
16738

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Busan harbor, south side, at the end of the Coast Guard pier
Latitude
35.0833°
Longitude
129.0772°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Haegyeong Lighthouse at night?+
Haegyeong displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Haegyeong Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Haegyeong Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan at 2.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include South Busan (3.6 NM E), Gamcheon/Busan (3.8 NM W), Busanjin-Gu (4.2 NM NNW), Busan New Port (13.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Haegyeong Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Haegyeong 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 Haegyeong Lighthouse?+
Haegyeong 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 Haegyeong Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Haegyeong 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.