Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical lighthouse stands 12 meters tall and displays a red light. It is situated at the end of I-dong harbor's north breakwater. The structure features a gallery and is painted red. Its light flashes red every 6 seconds, with a focal height of 15 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse clearly marks the entrance to I-dong harbor, aiding vessels navigating this busy coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
I-dong harbor, at the end of the north breakwater
Latitude
35.2699°
Longitude
129.2466°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(14.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4377.525.
NGA No.
M4377.525

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round barbell-shaped concrete tower with gallery, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near South Korea, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
I-dong Hang North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes every 6 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 11.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (12 NM SW), South Busan (12.2 NM SSW), Busan (14.5 NM SW), Ulsan (15.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, I-dong Hang North 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 I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
I-dong Hang North 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 I-dong Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near I-dong Hang North 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.