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Songjeongri Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Songjeongri Lighthouse

Also known as: Songjeongri (Songjungri, Songjeong-ni)

This concrete cylindrical tower stands 15 meters tall and is painted black with a single yellow horizontal band. Its focal plane is 16 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white light, flashing once every 10 seconds. It is situated on an isolated rock located approximately 2.5 kilometers offshore. This position places it about 8.7 kilometers northeast of the entrance to Busan harbor.

Why it matters: The light marks a hazard for vessels navigating the approach to Busan, a major port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
isolated rock about 2.5 km offshore and 8 km northeast of the Busan harbor entrance
Latitude
35.1772°
Longitude
129.1978°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one yellow horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round tower, painted black with one yellow horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.6
NGA No.
16724
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Songjeongri Lighthouse at night?+
Songjeongri displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Songjeongri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Songjeongri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 6.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (7.4 NM WSW), Busan (9.1 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (11.2 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (17.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Songjeongri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Songjeongri 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 Songjeongri Lighthouse?+
Songjeongri 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 Songjeongri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Songjeongri 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.