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Oejorado Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇰🇷Geoje-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Oejorado Lighthouse

Also known as: Oejorado (Oejora Do, Oedo)

This concrete lighthouse rises 11 meters from a pierhead structure. The round tower, painted black with one red horizontal band, has a focal height of 10 meters. It emits a red flash every 6 seconds (Fl R 6s) and has a 10.4 nautical mile range. The lighthouse is shaped like a shoe. Public access is permitted to the site, but the tower is not open.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the approach for vessels, particularly ferries, serving Oedo island. Its unique shoe design makes it a memorable landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Geoje-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Oedo, a small island southwest of the Seoimal lighthouse
Latitude
34.7695°
Longitude
128.7089°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Okpo(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4335.9.
NGA No.
16862

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: red concrete tower rising from a pierhead structure; the lighthouse is shaped like a shoe

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Oejorado Lighthouse at night?+
Oejorado displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red flashes every 6 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Oejorado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Oejorado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Okpo/Geoje at 7.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Geoje (7.9 NM NW), Gohyeon/Geoje (11 NM NW), Tongyeong (14.9 NM WNW), Junghwa (16.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Oejorado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Oejorado 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 Oejorado Lighthouse?+
Oejorado 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 Oejorado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Oejorado 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.