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Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium (광명시민체육관)

2024-02-20

703 Ori-ro, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gwangmyeong Indoor Gymnasium is a stadium equipped with seating for 3,000 spectators. It houses facilities for physical training, including golf, fitness, and table tennis. The spacious and vibrant lawn plaza immediately draws attention. This complex includes an open art hall for performances, sports facilities like an inline bicycle track and basketball courts, and amenities such as a children's playground and an outdoor water play area. Additionally, it features a 16-meter-high artificial rock-climbing wall.

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

Hakdong Auto Campging Site (학동자동차야영장)

2024-03-20

981 Geoje-daero, Dongbu-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Hakdong Auto Camping Site was established by Korea National Park Service to promote a healthy camping culture. It includes a total of 105 facilities, comprising eighty-nine auto campsites and six caravan sites. Convenient amenities such as shower rooms, dishwashing areas, electricity, and eco-friendly experiential facilities are available. Nearby attractions include Hakdongmongdolhaebyeon Pebble Beach, Oedo Island, and Windy Hill.

Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground (한탄강관광지 오토캠핑장)

Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground (한탄강관광지 오토캠핑장)

2024-02-06

76 Seonsa-ro, Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

The Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground stands as Korea's first camping facility that aligns with international standards, offering caravans, cabin houses, and an auto campground. The site is well-equipped with amenities like a convenience store, sink and table rooms, shower facilities, recycling areas, and play areas for children. Visitors can relish the stunning vistas of the Hantangang River and engage in a range of recreational activities, including ATV riding, kayaking, and rafting.

Mureunggyegok Valley Healing Campground (무릉계곡 힐링캠핑장)

Mureunggyegok Valley Healing Campground (무릉계곡 힐링캠핑장)

2024-03-19

467 Samhwa-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

This campground is situated in Mureunggyegok Valley, nestled between Dutasan Mountain and Cheongoksan Mountain. The valley is renowned for its enigmatic rock formations and derives its name from the mythical paradise in the Chinese fable, “The Peach Blossom Land”. It's a place where one can immerse in the beauty of nature. The campground is accessible by car, just a 25-minute drive from KTX Mukho Station.

DMZ Peace Trail (Goseong A/B Course) (DMZ 평화의 길(고성 A/B코스))

DMZ Peace Trail (Goseong A/B Course) (DMZ 평화의 길(고성 A/B코스))

2024-03-18

481 Geumgangsan-ro, Hyeonnae-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

The DMZ Peace Trail is a trekking path created with the hope of fostering peace in the Korean DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). This trail offers views of the renowned Geumgangsan Mountain and the Haegeumgang Islets. To access the trail, visitors must first register their visit at the Goseong Visitor Registration Center, confirm their identity, and then acquire a visitor pass at the Jejin Checkpoint. After these steps, visitors can proceed to the Unification Observatory, which is the starting point of the trail.
[Course A] Unification Observatory → Geumgang Access Gate → Geumgangsan Observatory → Unification Observatory (2.7km on foot + 5.2km by car)
[Course B] Unification Observatory → Anho Checkpoint → Geumgangsan Observatory → Unification Observatory (7.2km by car)

Chiaksan Guryong Auto Campground (치악산 구룡자동차야영장)

Chiaksan Guryong Auto Campground (치악산 구룡자동차야영장)

2024-02-16

14 Guryongmaeul-gil, Socho-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do

Located within Chiaksan Mountain in Wonju, Chiaksan Guryong Auto Campground features sites for both auto camping and caravan camping, as well as a collection of small huts for accommodation. In the summer, the nearby valley is open to visitors, providing an opportunity to enjoy swimming in its natural waters. During the fall, the campground offers the experience of camping against the backdrop of Chiaksan Mountain adorned in vibrant autumn colors. 

Hantangang Bungee Jump Korea Leisure (한탄강번지점프(코리아레저))

Hantangang Bungee Jump Korea Leisure (한탄강번지점프(코리아레저))

2024-03-20

153 Taebongdaegyo-gil, Galmal-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do

Taebongdaegyo Bridge, towering over the Hantangang River, serves as the starting point for Ice Trekking programs in winter. During the summer, it transforms into a bungee jumping site. The platform, elevated 52 meters above sea level, offers a truly exhilarating drop. This site also provides a spectacular view of the Hantangang River’s beautiful valleys.

Mojeongtap Trail in Nochusan Mountain (노추산 모정탑길)

Mojeongtap Trail in Nochusan Mountain (노추산 모정탑길)

2024-03-18

1679-8 Daegi-ri, Wangsan-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Nochusan Mountain, part of the Taebaek Mountain Range, derives its name from the ancient Chinese states of Lu (No) and Zou (Chu). This naming commemorates the area's historical significance as a place of study for two of Korea's great scholars: Seol Chong from the Silla period and Yi I from the Joseon era. The Mojeongtap Trail on Nochusan Mountain is noteworthy for its 3,000 stone towers, erected by an elderly mother in honor of her children. The term “Mojeong” signifies a mother's love for her children. 

Gangjin Ziptrek (강진 짚트랙)

Gangjin Ziptrek (강진 짚트랙)

2024-01-11

49-9 Gaudo-gil, Doam-myeon, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

This exciting activity can be enjoyed at the 25-meter high celadon tower located in the center of Gaudo Island. Gaudo Ziptrek is approximately 1 kilometer long and boasts the longest one in Korea as a maritime experience facility. After wearing safety equipment on the tower's first floor, visitors can ride the Ziptrek at the top of the sixth floor. The ziptrek offers an exhilarating downhill slide that feels like flying in the sky with magnificent scenery that unfolds down below. The slide ends at the entrance to the suspension bridge.

Bunjuryeong Wildflower Trekking (분주령야생화 트레킹)

2024-03-20

Hwajeon-dong, Taebaek-si, Gangwon-do

Bunjuryeong Wildflower Trekking is a trekking course that extends from Geumdaebong Peak in Taebaek's Daedeoksan Mountain to the source of the Hangang River, Geomnyongso Spring. The trekking section (6.9 km) from Dumundongjae Pass to Bunjuryeong Pass is renowned as a paradise for wildflowers and wildlife, including natural monuments like the flying squirrel and ichneumon wasp. Visitors can access this trekking course by making a reservation in advance.