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Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 4s🇰🇷Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 33 meters tall. The light emits a single red flash every 4 seconds. Additionally, a foghorn sounds one blast lasting 5 seconds, followed by 50 seconds of silence, for a total cycle of 55 seconds. This structure is operational and serves the Gangneung Area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.6228°
Longitude
129.0605°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 33. Horn: 1bl. ev. 55s (bl. 5s, si. 50s)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4449.1
NGA No.
16454
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Okkye Hang South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 4s — 1 green flash every 4 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Okgye/Gangneung at 0.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Mukho/Donghae (5.3 NM SSE), Tonghae (5.7 NM SSE), Bupyong/Incheon (8.1 NM SSE), Donghae (8.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Okkye Hang South 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.
What shipping routes pass near Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Okkye Hang South Breakwater 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 Okkye Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Okkye Hang South 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.