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Onpyeong Lighthouse

🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Onpyeong Lighthouse

The Onpyeong lighthouse, constructed in 1906, is a square tower measuring 4 meters high, built from stone. It is a rubblestone structure situated on the waterfront of Onpyeong, within Seogwipo-si, Jeju. The lighthouse is located near the nearest port of Seongsan-po, which is 4.6 kilometers away. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a significant example of a daetbul, a traditional Korean stone lightstand, representing historical maritime practices of small Korean harbors.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
square
Material
stone

Structure: square basalt rubblestone tower

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Sea Region
waterfront of Onpyeong, Korea
Latitude
33.4041°
Longitude
126.9035°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seongsan-po(4.6 km)

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Onpyeong Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Onpyeong Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seongsan-po at 4.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include NAMWON (12 NM SW), Jeju (18.8 NM WNW), Kwangyang (19.4 NM WNW), Seogwipo (19.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Onpyeong Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Onpyeong 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 Onpyeong Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Onpyeong 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.