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Songnaedo Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Songnaedo Lighthouse

This black, cylindrical concrete tower stands 23 meters tall and was built in 2008. Its focal plane is 15 meters above sea level. The light emits a single red flash every 4 seconds, visible for 8 nautical miles. The structure is a round concrete tower with a lantern and gallery, mounted on a concrete pier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4340.984
NGA No.
16821

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 23

Location

City
Masan and Geoje Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.0885°
Longitude
128.5091°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Songnaedo Lighthouse at night?+
Songnaedo 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 Songnaedo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Songnaedo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Masan at 6.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Jinhae (8.9 NM ENE), Anjeong (9.4 NM SSW), Gohyeon/Geoje (10.8 NM SSE), GOSEONG (12.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Songnaedo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Songnaedo 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 Songnaedo Lighthouse?+
Songnaedo 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 Songnaedo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Songnaedo 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.