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Hwachangyeo Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hwachangyeo Lighthouse

Constructed in 2007, the Hwachangyeo Lighthouse stands as a cylindrical concrete tower painted green. It rises 22 meters from a round concrete pier, with its light situated 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a green flash every four seconds. This structure is located about 4 kilometers northwest of Anheung, off the tip of the Pado peninsula in South Korea. While the site is accessible, the tower itself is not open to the public. The geographic range of its light is 11.6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters near the Pado peninsula and assists ships approaching or departing from Anheung.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, mounted on a round concrete pier

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
off the tip of the Pado peninsula, about 4 km northwest of Anheung, South Korea
Latitude
36.6987°
Longitude
126.0962°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taean-gun(14.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4154.21.
NGA No.
M4154.21
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hwachangyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Hwachangyeo 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 Hwachangyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hwachangyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taean-gun at 14.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Daesan/Seosan (23.5 NM NE), Boryeong (25.8 NM SE), DANGJIN (29.5 NM NE), Daecheon (30.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hwachangyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hwachangyeo 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.
How can I track vessels near Hwachangyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hwachangyeo 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.