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Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 4s🇰🇷Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white, round metal tower stands 20 meters tall on the Sokcho South Breakwater. Its light has a focal height of 12 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 4 seconds. Its light is visible for a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
38.2062°
Longitude
128.5997°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White round metal tower; 20

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4458.6
NGA No.
16412
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Sokcho 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 Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Jumunjin (22.3 NM SSE), Okgye/Gangneung (41.2 NM SSE), Mukho/Donghae (46.5 NM SSE), Tonghae (46.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sokcho 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 Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Sokcho 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 Sokcho South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sokcho 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.