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Maekdo Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Mokpo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Maekdo Lighthouse

A round concrete tower stands 10 meters tall, painted green. It emits a green flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 11 meters. The lighthouse is located off the northeast point of Maekdo, near Mokpo-si in South Korea's South Jeolla region. Its geographic range is 10.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. Access is primarily by boat, with the lighthouse situated about 2.7 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational reference point, helping vessels identify the island's northeast perimeter and ensuring safe passage in the coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Mokpo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
off the northeast point of Maekdo
Latitude
34.7908°
Longitude
126.3197°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4217.4.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Maekdo Lighthouse at night?+
Maekdo displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Maekdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Maekdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mokpo at 2.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Songgong (5.7 NM WNW), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (6.1 NM ESE), Galdoo (31 NM SSE), Shinma (33.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Maekdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Maekdo 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 Maekdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Maekdo 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.