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Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇰🇷Ulleungdo and Dokdo, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 33 meters tall on the Hyeonpo East Breakwater. It emits a red flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 14 meters. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. Its construction material is concrete.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Ulleungdo and Dokdo
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.5293°
Longitude
130.8280°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4443.5
NGA No.
16542
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hyeonpo East 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 Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Ulleung at 5.1 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hyeonpo East 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 Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hyeonpo East 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 Hyeonpo East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hyeonpo East 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.