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Makgaedo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Changwon-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Makgaedo Lighthouse

Also known as: Makgaedo (Maggaedo, Makkae Do)

Makgaedo Lighthouse stands on a small island within Masan Bay, marking the main channel approximately 6 kilometers south of Masan. The current 15-meter cylindrical concrete tower, topped with a lantern and gallery, became operational in the early 2010s. This structure replaced an earlier, shorter beacon that lacked a lantern. Its white light flashes once every 6 seconds, visible for over 14 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels through the main channel of Masan Bay, helping them navigate safely.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
Changwon-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Masan Bay, South Korea, marking the main channel about 6 km south of Masan city, on a small island.
Latitude
35.1402°
Longitude
128.5956°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Masan(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4348
NGA No.
16816

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Makgaedo Lighthouse at night?+
Makgaedo displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Makgaedo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Makgaedo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Masan at 2.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Jinhae (4.4 NM E), Busan New Port (11 NM ESE), Gohyeon/Geoje (13.5 NM S), Anjeong (14.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Makgaedo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Makgaedo 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 Makgaedo Lighthouse?+
Makgaedo 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 Makgaedo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Makgaedo 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.