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

Jeongeumdo Lighthouse

Fl (9) White 10s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jeongeumdo Lighthouse

Jeongeumdo Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 13 meters tall, painted yellow with a black horizontal band. Its focal height reaches 13.1 meters above sea level. This structure emits a white light with a single flash every 10 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. It is situated off Jeonggeumdo, a small island located near the northern tip of Wido. The lighthouse is 25.4 kilometers by sea from the nearest port of Gunsan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels operating in the waters around Jeonggeumdo and the northern tip of Wido.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (9) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
9 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
13.1064m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeonbuk State
Sea Region
off Jeonggeumdo, a small island off the northern tip of Wido
Latitude
35.6294°
Longitude
126.2898°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower painted yellow with a black horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gunsan(25.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4206.745.
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Jeongeumdo 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 Jeongeumdo Lighthouse at night?+
Jeongeumdo displays the characteristic Fl (9) White 10s — 9 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Jeongeumdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jeongeumdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sangwangdeungdo at 7.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Gunsan (25.4 NM NE), Janghang/Seocheon-gun (29.8 NM NE), Biin (30.7 NM NNE), Daecheon (42.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jeongeumdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jeongeumdo 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 Jeongeumdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jeongeumdo 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.