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Hujin Hang Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Ganghyeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hujin Hang Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall at the end of Hujin harbor's main breakwater. Its lantern and gallery are situated 14.9 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 4 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. It replaced an earlier, shorter skeletal tower. The structure is located about 1.5 kilometers southeast of Mulchi Hang in Gangwon State, South Korea.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides essential visual guidance for vessels entering Hujin harbor, marking the breakwater's terminus and ensuring safe passage in a frequented coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
14.9352m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Significant events: replaced a shorter skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(4.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4456.85
NGA No.
16423

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Ganghyeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
end of the main breakwater of Hujin harbor, about 1.5 km southeast of Mulchi Hang
Latitude
38.1322°
Longitude
128.6247°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hujin Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Hujin Hang displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hujin Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hujin Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 4.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Jumunjin (17.9 NM SSE), Okgye/Gangneung (36.8 NM SE), Mukho/Donghae (42.1 NM SSE), Tonghae (42.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hujin Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hujin Hang 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 Hujin Hang Lighthouse?+
Hujin Hang 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 Hujin Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hujin Hang 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.