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Myoseo Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Myoseo Lighthouse

This round concrete tower, standing 11 meters tall, is painted black with a red horizontal band. Its focal plane is 14 meters above sea level. The light emits two white flashes every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on a skerry, approximately 2.5 kilometers north of Sangdo. It is accessible only by boat and marks a reef within a narrow passage north of Saryangdo.

Why it matters: This light marks a reef in a narrow passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Focal Height
14m

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.8822°
Longitude
128.1893°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4321.51
NGA No.
17006
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Myoseo Lighthouse at night?+
Myoseo displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Myoseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Myoseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 5.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include GOSEONG (7.8 NM ENE), Junghwa (10.6 NM SE), Tongyeong (11.6 NM ESE), Anjeong (12.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Myoseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Myoseo 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 Myoseo Lighthouse?+
Myoseo 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 Myoseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Myoseo 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.