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Soyeo Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Soyeo Lighthouse

Also known as: Soyeo (Cheolcho)

Located southwest of Bongamdo in South Korea's South Gyeongsang province, the Soyeo Lighthouse is situated on a reef. This active navigation mark has a round, strongly tapered concrete tower, 10 meters tall and painted red. The light produces a red flash every 4 seconds (Fl R 4s), visible for 10.7 nautical miles. It is positioned about 6 kilometers from Tongyeong-si.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a reef off Bongamdo, providing a reference point for ships entering the waters near Tongyeong.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
a reef off the southwestern point of Bongamdo
Latitude
34.7583°
Longitude
128.5055°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round strongly tapered concrete tower, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4331
NGA No.
16900
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Soyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Soyeo displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Soyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Soyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 6.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Geoje (6.7 NM NE), Junghwa (7 NM WNW), Gohyeon/Geoje (10.1 NM NNE), Anjeong (11.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Soyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Soyeo 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 Soyeo Lighthouse?+
Soyeo 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 Soyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Soyeo 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.