Timeline
05:15
Arrive at the shore. The road to the lighthouse only appears at low tide, so checking the tide time is essential before you begin your walk.
05:30
Walk across the exposed road to the Ansan Light House. Enter the observatory and exhibition room to wait for the light.
06:00
Watch the sunrise. In mid-April, the sun rises at 06:00, casting a warm glow over the silkworm-shaped island.
06:30
Stay for the golden light. At 06:00 sunrise, the golden light period begins around 18:32, but the early morning glow offers a softer, quieter start to your day before the crowds arrive.
Local tip
The tide dictates access. Ensure you check the tide schedule so you are not stranded on the island or unable to reach it.
Check before you go
- Check the local tide times to ensure the road to the lighthouse is exposed.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ansan (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).