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Maehyangni Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Hwaseong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Maehyangni Lighthouse

Built in 2007, the Maehyangni lighthouse is a green, cylindrical steel tower standing 16 meters tall. It is situated at the extremity of a long breakwater at the entrance to Pyeongtaek harbor. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every six seconds. Its focal plane is 18 meters above sea level, and it has a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The site is accessible, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the channel entrance to Pyeongtaek harbor, a significant South Korean port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower, painted green

Location

City
Hwaseong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi
Sea Region
Pyeongtaek harbor, South Korea, at the end of a long breakwater
Latitude
37.0518°
Longitude
126.7537°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pyeongtaek(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4158.57
NGA No.
17897.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Maehyangni Lighthouse at night?+
Maehyangni displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 Maehyangni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Maehyangni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pyeongtaek at 4.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Dangjin (5.3 NM SSE), DANGJIN (11.7 NM W), Daesan/Seosan (17.9 NM W), Incheon (24.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Maehyangni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Maehyangni 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 Maehyangni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Maehyangni 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.