Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)

  • Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)
  • Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)
  • Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)
  • Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)
  • Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)

Explanation

Gwangchi Recreational Forest is located near Gwangchiryeong Pass (alt. 800 meters). The pass encompasses waterfalls and valleys in a dense forest. Gwangchi Tunnel connects the areas of Yanggu and Inje to the East Sea, making the forest a great addition to travel itineraries. The recreational area serves as a retreat for residents and helps to support the local economy through tourism.


Inquiry

+82-33-482-3115


Homepage

www.foresttrip.go.kr


Information Use

Capacities : Up to 488 people (Accommodations: 120 people / Park visitor: 450 people)

Contact and Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-482-3115

Opening day : June 7, 2006

Parking facilities : Available
* 09:00-12:00 (next day)

Hours : [Accommodation] Check-in 14:00 / Check out 12:00


More information

Restrooms
Available

Facility Utilization Fees
[Forest Culture Hall]
40,000-60,000 won

[Forest Cabin]
Peak season 55,000-140,000 won
Off season 40,000-110,000 won

[Forest Experience Center]
Peak season 13,000-15,000 won
Off season 10,000-13,000 won


Admission Fees
[Individuals]
Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 1,000 won

[Groups]
Adults 1,500 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 500 won

* Group rate applies to 30 people or more.

Parking Fees
[Peak Season (July 1-August 31) & weekends and holidays]
Light-weight car 2,000 won
Small-sized car 3,000 won
Middle-sized car 4,000 won
Large-sized car 5,000 won

[Off-season (September 1-June 30) & weekdays]
Light-weight car 1,500 won
Small-sized car 2,000 won
Middle-sized car 3,000 won
Large-sized car 4,000 won

Available Facilities
Forest Culture Hall, Forest Cabin, walking path, hiking path

Reservation Info. for Natives
Online reservation

Location

265, Gwangchiryeong-ro 1794beon-gil, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do

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