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Imweon Hang Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇰🇷Samcheok-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Imweon Hang Lighthouse

Also known as: Imwon

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall and emits a white flash every 8 seconds. Its focal height reaches 60 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 20.1 nautical miles. Located in Gangwon State near Samcheok-si, it marks the entrance to Imwon Port. The tower's structure is a simple round concrete design, painted white. It is situated 14 kilometers from the nearest port of Samcheok.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and departing Imwon Port on South Korea's eastern coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
20.1NM

Location

City
Samcheok-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Latitude
37.2352°
Longitude
129.3552°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samcheok(14.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4433.7
NGA No.
16508
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Imweon Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Imweon Hang displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Imweon Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Imweon Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hosan at 3.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Samcheok (14.4 NM NNW), Donghae (18.7 NM NNW), Bupyong/Incheon (19.1 NM NNW), Tonghae (21.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Imweon Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Imweon 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 Imweon Hang Lighthouse?+
Imweon 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 Imweon Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Imweon 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.