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Mulseongmal Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇰🇷Heuksan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mulseongmal Lighthouse

Also known as: Mulseongmal (Mulsogmal)

Mulseongmal Lighthouse is an octagonal white concrete tower, 6.5 meters in height. Its light is situated 156 meters above sea level. The light displays a white flash every 10 seconds, with a visibility range of 30.2 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located on the southeastern end of Gageodo, near Heuksan in South Korea's South Jeolla province. Daebul/Yeongam-gun port lies about 74.9 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: Mulseongmal Lighthouse indicates the southeastern point of Gageodo, serving as a navigation aid for ships in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
156m
Geographic Range
30.2NM

Location

City
Heuksan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
southeastern end of Gageodo
Latitude
34.0520°
Longitude
125.1429°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(74.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4227.4
NGA No.
17710
USCG No.
KR-3031
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mulseongmal Lighthouse at night?+
Mulseongmal displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Mulseongmal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mulseongmal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Gageohyangri at 3.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Hongdo (36 NM N), Daeheuksando (40.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mulseongmal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mulseongmal 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 Mulseongmal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mulseongmal 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.