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Sogyedo Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇰🇷Masan and Geoje Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sogyedo Lighthouse

This round concrete tower, painted black with a single red horizontal band, stands 12 meters tall. Its light emits two white flashes every 5 seconds, with a focal plane of 9 meters. The lighthouse is situated on a reef within the northeastern section of Myeongju Bay. Access is exclusively by boat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Focal Height
9m

Location

City
Masan and Geoje Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.0827°
Longitude
128.5531°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4341.9.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sogyedo Lighthouse at night?+
Sogyedo 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 Sogyedo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sogyedo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Masan at 6.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Jinhae (7 NM ENE), Gohyeon/Geoje (10 NM S), Anjeong (10.2 NM SW), Busan New Port (12.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sogyedo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sogyedo 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 Sogyedo Lighthouse?+
Sogyedo 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 Sogyedo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sogyedo 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.