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Wolpo Man Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇰🇷Pohang-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Wolpo Man Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse is a cylindrical tower standing 10 meters tall, painted white. Its light is positioned 24 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 7 seconds, visible for 14.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a headland approximately 15 kilometers north of Pohang-si. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The light helps define the coastline and warns ships of the headland it occupies, contributing to safe passage in this active shipping area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Pohang-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
headland about 15 km north of Pohang, South Korea
Latitude
36.1736°
Longitude
129.3965°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(9.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4413.6
NGA No.
16612

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wolpo Man Lighthouse at night?+
Wolpo Man displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Wolpo Man Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wolpo Man Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sinhang/Pohang at 9.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Pohang (9.5 NM S), Ganggu (10.6 NM N), Guryongpo (13.6 NM SSE), Hupo (29.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wolpo Man Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wolpo Man 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 Wolpo Man Lighthouse?+
Wolpo Man 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 Wolpo Man Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wolpo Man 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.