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Hongcheon Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(홍천))

Hongcheon Palbongsan Mountain (팔봉산(홍천))

2024-07-11

1124 Hanchigol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Hongcheon's Palbongsan Mountain, reaching an elevation of 328 meters, is distinctive for its profile resembling eight peaks aligned side by side. The hiking trail predominantly features rocky sections that require careful navigation, including parts with rope-assisted climbs and steep ladders. For this ascent, essential hiking gear such as gloves and sturdy shoes are more advisable than tools like hiking poles.

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village (거제 계도어촌체험마을)

2024-03-20

837 Gajo-ro, Sadeung-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Geoje Gyedo Fishing Village offers a variety of fishing village experiences. The village, named Gyedo because the hill behind the village resembles a chicken, offers family-friendly activities such as fishing from a deck built over the sea and pedestal fishing. Additionally, it is known as a beautiful spot for sunsets, offering picturesque coastal views.

Dongducheon Recreational Forest (동두천 자연휴양림)

Dongducheon Recreational Forest (동두천 자연휴양림)

2024-02-16

1 Tapdonggasan-ro, Dongducheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Dongducheon Recreational Forest is a national forest park that opened in 2020. It offers various accommodation options such as Forest House, Forest Condo, and a campground. Reservations can be made through their website. There are diverse amenities including a recreation room called Momople for playing board games, blocks, and reading, a forest trail, a playground, and more. Forest experience programs vary by period and can be signed up for at the visitor center, based on availability and on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pyeongchang Sightseeing Taxi Platform (평창관광택시(관광택시 플랫폼))

Pyeongchang Sightseeing Taxi Platform (평창관광택시(관광택시 플랫폼))

2024-02-06

110 Songjeong-gil, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

The Pyeongchang Sightseeing Taxi offers a comprehensive package that includes visits to major attractions in Pyeongchang. This taxi tour covers destinations such as Farm Herbnara, Woljeongsa Jeonnamusup Needle Fir Forest, Hyoseok Moonlight Hill, Daegwallyeong Sheep Farm, Odaesan Mountain, and the Barwangsan Cable Car. The package cost encompasses round-trip KTX fare, entrance fees to the tourist spots, and taxi charges.

Jinburyeong Heulli Village (진부령 흘리마을)

Jinburyeong Heulli Village (진부령 흘리마을)

2025-01-17

185 Heulli-gil, Ganseong-eup, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Jinburyeong Heulli Village, situated near Jinburyeong Pass, is known for its long winters, lasting up for half a year. As a result, the village cultivates highland crops such as chicory and bell peppers and operates pollack-drying fields. Visitors can purchase locally produced wild vegetables, corn, potatoes, medicinal herbs, and honey, or participate in a bell pepper-picking experience. The village is also popular for its local dishes, especially those featuring chicken. 

Mogok Bambeol Recreation Area (모곡밤벌유원지)

2024-02-19

133 Bambeol-gil, Seo-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do

Mogok Bambeol Recreation Area is a popular spot for summer vacationers. Nestled between the picturesque Palbongsan Mountain and the crystal-clear Hongcheongang River, it offers an ideal setting for camping, water activities, and fishing. The shallow waters near the area provide a safe environment for children to play. The site is open for public access at no charge, and visitors are permitted to cook on-site. Equipped with amenities such as restrooms and a convenience store, it's a popular choice for campers.

Pyeongchang Eoreumchi Village (평창 어름치마을)

2024-02-16

42-5 Maha-gil, Mitan-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Pyeongchang Eoreumchi Village is dedicated to preserving the habitat of the Eoreumchi (Cyprinid Fish), a natural monument that thrives in pristine environments. The village offers immersive rural experiences and ecotourism activities. Visitors have the opportunity to engage in water sports like rafting and kayaking on the Donggang River, as well as mountain climbing on Baegunsan Mountain. Other activities include trekking through Chiljokryeong and exploring the Baengnyongdonggul Cave. Reservations for these experiences can be made through their website.

Baedagol Theme Park (배다골테마파크)

2024-02-19

131 Baedagol-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Baedagol Theme Park offers a variety of seasonal themed experiences throughout the year. During the summer months, visitors can enjoy the swimming pools, while in winter, the part features a dedicated sledding slope for snow-based activities. Additionally, the park houses the Goyang Folk Museum, which provides insights into the lifestyle of the Korean modern era, represented through dak paper dolls. The park also offers year-round attractions, such as Nanata dancing experience, where visitors can learn rhythmic movements, and an interactive sand playground suitable for a range of sand-related activities.

Geojin Port (거진항)

2025-01-10

62-3 Geojinhang 1-gil, Geojin-eup, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Geojin port is renowned for its pollack and squid fishing and is one of the top producers of pollack in Korea. Visitors can indulge in a variety of dishes featuring this fish. Popular options include myeongtae seogeori (julienne radish fresh salad with fresh pollack gills) and myeongnan sikae (salted and fermented pollack roe tossed with millet). Nearby attractions include Geojin Lighthouse Sunrise Park, Geojin Haemajibong Forest Park, and Geojin 1-ri Beach.

Gajinhaebyeon Beach (가진해변)

2024-03-18

Gajin-ri, Jugwang-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

The waters at Gajinhaebyeon Beach display a wonderous mix of deep blue and emerald hues. Swimming is permitted up to 15 meters from the shore, so visitors should take care to stay within this designated area. Its proximity to Gajin Port means that visitors can enjoy fresh hwareo hoe (sliced raw fish), and avid fishers have the chance to fish from the breakwater. Addtionally, the Goseong Unification Observatory is just a 20-minute drive to the north.