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Port of Hongdo

KRHDO🇰🇷South Korea

Port Location

About Port of Hongdo

Hongdo is a harbor on an island in the Yellow Sea, off the southwest coast of South Korea. It historically handles bulk carriers.

Background
Hongdo is an island in the Yellow Sea located 115 km from the southwest coast of Mokpo port, Jeollanam-do, South Korea. It covers an area of 6.47 km² and consists of steep mountain range, the highest peaks of which are Gitdaebong and Yangsanbong. It is within the administrative boundary of Sinan County, Jeollanam-do, South Korea. The island's 6.47 km² are home to about 710 people. The protected area is 5.87 km².

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
KR-46
Latitude
34.6500°
Longitude
125.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
KRHDO
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1915625 →
Wikidata
Q490430 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hongdo?+
The approach to Hongdo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Juk Hang Breakwater Spur Lighthouse at 2 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Juk (2.1 NM NNE), Juk Hang Approach (2.1 NM NNE), Hongdo (3.8 NM NNE), Gallarimal (10 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hongdo on?+
The Port of Hongdo is situated on the Yellow Sea in KR. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Hongdo?+
You can track vessels near Hongdo (KRHDO) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for KRHDO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hongdo?+
The Port of Hongdo operates in the UTC+9 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Hongdo?+
HONGDO (UN/Locode: KRHDO), South Korea (the Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 34.65000° N, 125.18000° E.
Where is the Port of Hongdo located?+
Coordinates: 34.65000° N, 125.18000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:DAEHEUKSANDO — UN/Locode: KRDHS — 34.68000° N, 125.43000° ESONGGONG — UN/Locode: KRSGG — 34.85000° N, 126.23000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Hongdo?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Hongdo?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Hongdo?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.