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Port of Samcheok

KRSUK🇰🇷South Korea

Port Location

About Port of Samcheok

Also known as: Chongna-hang, Chŏngna-hang, Samch'ok-hang, Samch’ŏk-hang, Teira-ko, Teira-kō

Samcheok is a harbor on South Korea's east coast. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers, and general cargo vessels. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs are available.

Background
Samcheok is a city in the state of Gangwon, South Korea. To the west are the Taebaek Mountains, which form a high flat plain of more than 1,000 meters, and to the east the coastal plain slopes sharply. Samcheok borders Donghae in the north, Uljin County in North Gyeongsang Province to the south, and Taebaek in the west. It covers an area of 1,185.86 square kilometers and has a coastline of 58.4 kilometers. Samcheok's city hall is located in Gyo-dong. Samcheok includes 2 districts, 6 villages, and 4 neighborhoods or dongs. The city's official tree is the zelkova while the official bird is the seagull and the official flower is the azalea. Samcheok has the lowest population density of any autonomous city in South Korea.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
60431 →
GeoNames ID
1845592 →
Wikidata
Q42102 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.samcheok.go.kr →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
KR-42
Area
North China
Latitude
37.4359°
Longitude
129.1917°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Samcheok?+
The approach to Samcheok is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Samcheok Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Samcheok Hang West Breakwater (0.2 NM SSE), Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End (1.1 NM SE), Samcheok Outer Breakwater South End (1.9 NM SE), Deoksan Hang West Breakwater (4.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Samcheok?+
The Port of Samcheok is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Samcheok?+
You can track vessels near Samcheok (KRSUK) 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 KRSUK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Samcheok?+
The Port of Samcheok 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 Samcheok?+
SAMCHEOK (UN/Locode: KRSUK), South Korea (the Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 37.43589° N, 129.19170° E.
Where is the Port of Samcheok located?+
Coordinates: 37.43589° N, 129.19170° E. Nearby terminals/ports:DONGHAE — UN/Locode: KRTGH — 37.49393° N, 129.13810° EBUPYONG/INCHEON — UN/Locode: KRBUK — 37.50000° N, 129.13000° EMUKHO — UN/Locode: KRMUK — 37.54499° N, 129.11120° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Samcheok?+
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 Samcheok?+
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 Samcheok?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier and General Cargo.