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Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Mosulpo

A round, cylindrical concrete tower measuring 10 meters high stands on the East Breakwater of Moseulpo's North Harbor. Painted red, the structure's focal plane is 15 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a red light, flashing once every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. It serves the entrance to the harbor on the southwestern coast of Jeju Island. The tower's construction material is concrete.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for fishing boats and ferries entering Moseulpo's North Harbor, an important economic area for Jeju Island. Its red light clearly marks the eastern side of the harbor entrance, preventing collisions with the breakwater and ensuring safe navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Sea Region
Moseulpo (Mosulpo) Buk Hang (North Harbor), East Breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
33.2139°
Longitude
126.2504°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hwasun(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4254.6
NGA No.
17484
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hwasun at 4.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include HWASUN (4.3 NM ENE), Hallim (12.2 NM N), Aewol (14.6 NM NNE), Seogwipo (16 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater 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 Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Moseulpo Buk Hang (North Harbor) East Breakwater 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.