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Murung Byeolyucheonji (무릉별유천지)

Murung Byeolyucheonji (무릉별유천지)

14.5Km    2025-07-18

97 Igi-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Mureung Byeolyucheonji was initially a limestone mine that opened in 1968. After 40 years of service as a mine, today it serves as a tourist attraction that boasts beautiful emerald lake and diverse activities. Mureung Byeolyucheonji gets its name from the rock-carved engravings in Mureunggyegok Valley and has the meaning "the place with the best view under the sky, a utopia away from the world." The attraction lives up to its name thanks to the beautiful surrounding mountain scenery pit lakes. Visitors can also enjoy the view from a different angle through diverse rides, such as the Sky Glider, Alpine Coaster, and more.

East Sea Jungang Market (동쪽바다중앙시장)

East Sea Jungang Market (동쪽바다중앙시장)

14.5Km    2025-07-18

10 Jungangsijang-gil, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

동쪽바다 중앙시장은 1943년경 묵호항 개항과 함께 자연스럽게 형성된 시장이다. 2001년부터 현재까지 비가림(하양막) 시설을 연차적으로 설치하여, 전통적인 재래시장에서 탈피한 현대적인 시장으로 탈바꿈하였다. 주차장 시설도 갖추고 있으며, 2006년에는 시장 상인회가 구성되고 인정시장으로 등록되었다. 시장 내에는 고소한 냄새로 사람들의 발길을 끄는 ‘구이 타운’과, 2016년 중소기업청 공모사업인 ‘청년상인 창업 지원 사업’의 일환으로 조성된 청년몰 ‘싱싱스’가 함께 운영되고 있어 더욱 활기찬 분위기를 자아낸다.

East Sea Jungang Market naturally formed after the opening of Mukho Port in 1943. Since 2001, the market has been installing rain covers and transitioning from a traditional-style market to a modern-day market equipped with a parking lot. In addition to the wide array of goods, the market also has Gui Town ("Grill Town"), attracting customers with savory cooking smell, and a youth market "Singsings."

Dojjaebigol Sky Valley (도째비골스카이밸리)

14.6Km    2025-07-18

2-109, Mukhojin-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Dojjaebigol Sky Valley, located between Mukho Lighthouse and Wolsotaekji, provides a beautiful view of East Sea with various activities. Dojjaebi is a regional dialect of the word dokkaebi (Korean goblin). Opened in 2021, Dojjaebigol Sky Valley offers entertaining facilities such as Sky Walk, Sky Cycle, and Giant Slide as well as Dojjaebi Art House where visitors can buy souvenirs. Visitors can enjoy beautiful views and exciting activities such as 59-meter-high glass-bottom Sky Walk, floating in air with Sky Cycle, and 30-meter-long Giant Slide.

Mureunggyegok Valley Healing Campground (무릉계곡 힐링캠핑장)

Mureunggyegok Valley Healing Campground (무릉계곡 힐링캠핑장)

14.7Km    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.

Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory (도째비골 해랑전망대)

Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory (도째비골 해랑전망대)

14.7Km    2025-07-18

Mukhojin-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Dojjaebi is a dialect for dokkaebi, a mythical goblin in Korean folklore. Dojjaebigol Haerang Observatory, a 85-meter pedestian overpass, is designed to take the shape of a club known to be used dokkaebi. The word "haerang" means "the space where the sun, the sea, and you are all together." The entrance to the obsertory overpass is designed to give a sense as if one is warping into the realm of dokkaebi. The bridge floor is built using glass and mesh so that visitors can see the ocean water under their feet.

Dutasan Mountain (두타산)

Dutasan Mountain (두타산)

15.2Km    2021-04-05

533, Samhwa-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do & Samcheok-si, Jeongseon-gun
+82-33-534-7306

Standing at 1,357 meters above sea level, Dutasan Mountain is surrounded by famous natural landmarks: Mureunggyegok Valley to the north, Gocheongyegok Valley to the east, Taebaeksan Mountain range to the south, and Jungbongsan Mountain to the west. Moreover, situated along the 3.1 kilometer-long valley connecting Dutasan and Samhwasa Temple are such tourist attractions as Dutasanseong Fortress, Geumnamjeong Pavilion, Yongchupokpo Falls, Ssangpokpo Falls, Osipcheon Stream, and Cheoneunsa Temple.

Eodal Port (어달항)

15.3Km    2025-07-18

230 Ilchul-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Eodal Port is a small port that was founded in 1984, and there are currently 70 boats that use the dock. It's a great place to get a take in the view of the coastal village nestled among the mountain foothills and soak up the port city atmosphere. At the port's entrance has signs decorated with fish and fisher, depicting the significance of fishing industry at this port. Recreational fishing is also available at the breakwater or by hopping on a boat.

Gangwon Yongchupokpo Falls (무릉계곡 용추폭포(강원))

Gangwon Yongchupokpo Falls (무릉계곡 용추폭포(강원))

15.3Km    2022-10-20

538, Samhwa-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-534-7306

Located approximately 2.5 kilometers west of Samhwasa Temple, the entrance of Mureunggyegok Valley, Yongchupokpo Falls is a three-tiered waterfall in a shape of a pot that gets its waters from Cheongoksan Mountain (1,403.7 meters). Located 70 meters below Yongchupokpo Falls is Ssangpokpo Falls, where the water from Yongchupokpo Falls and Bakdalgyegok Valley meets to create a deep and beautiful base.

Dutasan Mountain (두타산)

Dutasan Mountain (두타산)

15.5Km    2021-04-02

Duta-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-570-3424

Standing at 1,357 meters above sea level, Dutasan Mountain is a major mountain amid the Taebaeksanmaek Mountain Range. It is especially known for Swinumjeong Pavilion, plunge basin, azalea trees, nut pines, and colorful fall foliage.

Cheoneunsa Temple, where Lee Seung-Hyu resided during his exile, is located in the Samcheok region of the mountain. Lee was the author of Jewang Ungi, a historical poem written in the late Goryeo period. The name “Duta” is a Buddhist term that means "retiring from the world to go on a Buddhist retreat."

Eodalhaebyeon Beach (어달해변)

16.1Km    2025-07-18

52-4 Eodal-dong, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do

Eodalhaebyeon Beach is located 3-kilometer northeast from Donghae City Hall. It is a small charming beach with a 300-meter-long, and 20- to 30-meter-wide shoreline. It is characterized by fine sand, gentle slopes, and shallow water about 1 meter deep. The beach is one of the many beaches that can be seen while driving along the beach road, Ilchul-ro Road, which connects Mukho Port area to Mangsanghaebyeon Beach.