Daecheongho Lake (대청호) - Area information - Korea travel information

Daecheongho Lake (대청호)

12.6Km    2022-12-26

Dong-gu, Daejeon / Munui-myeon, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-42-251-4748

Daecheongho Lake is a man-made lake, stretching from Daejeon to Cheongju-si, Okcheon-gun, and Boeun-gun. Construction began in 1975 and finished in 1980, and the lake supplies water for various use to people in Daejeon and Cheongju.

The reservoir water spans an area of over 72.8 ㎢ with a perimeter of 80 kilometers, and the water kept in storage has a volume of 1.5 billion tons, making the reservoir the third largest lake in Korea. The area is famous for its beautiful driving course along a tree-lined road through the nearby mountain which has an altitude of 200 to 300 meters. Also, resident birds and migratory birds, such as white heron, can be seen during summer in the upper region of the lake.

Hotel The H (호텔 더 에이치(Hotel The H))

12.7Km    2024-12-22

58 , Sintanjindong-ro 23beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-932-0005

Hotel The H is a business hotel close to Sintanjin station in Daejeon, Chungcheongnam-do, offering quality services and reasonable prices. The pent rooms are equipped with barbecue, campfire, and cooking facilities, as well as a private terrace and swimming pool - making them ideal for parties and family gatherings. Some rooms are equipped with disabled toilets. Free breakfast is served at the 1st floor cafe, and there is a business center with shared PCs and printers. Geumgang Lohas Eco Park is a pleasant 20-minute walk away.

Daejeon Pet Park (대전반려동물공원)

13.1Km    2024-10-29

7 Geumgo-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Korean Natural History Museum (한국자연사박물관)

13.2Km    2025-02-04

49-25 Imgeumbong-gil, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Korean Natural History Museum showcases Korea's plants, animals, insects, and rocks. It includes exhibition halls, a café, and a theater. The main attractions are the massive dinosaur fossils and replicas. Visitors can also explore natural rocks, minerals, and gemstones from the Korean Peninsula, as well as various fossils and mummies from different eras. Hands-on activities include creating imaginary dinosaurs and making bracelets with gemstones. 

Homeplus - Gyeryong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 계룡)

13.9Km    2024-04-27

304, Gyeryongdae-ro, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Sangso-dong Forest Park (상소동 산림욕장)

14.1Km    2022-12-26

San 1-1, Sangso-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-251-4771

Sangso-dong Forest Park is located at the point where the foothills of Maninsan Mountain and Sikjangsan Mountain meet. The road to the park is beautifully lined with sycamore trees. The park offers various facilities for enjoying nature and in particular, the stone pagodas placed throughout the park are a must-see. Visitors can stack their own rocks and make wishes relating to family, health, relationships, and more. The park is great for walks, hikes, or even just to relax as wild flowers bloom all throughout spring to fall.

Geumnam Egret Habitat (금남 백로 서식지)

14.3Km    2025-05-20

45-13, Gamseong-gil, Geumnam-myeon, Sejong-si
+82-44-300-5833

The Egret Habitat in Gamgseong-ri covers a small mountain located in Yuseong-gu District. Existing since the Joseon dynasty era, the habitat is home to common herons and cattle egrets. Up to 5,000 birds have been observed at one time. The best time to visit the habitat and see the egrets is between April and May.

Jangtaesan Recreational Forest (장태산자연휴양림)

14.5Km    2024-12-02

461 Jangan-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Jangtaesan Recreational Forest consists of a dense forest of ginkgo trees and bald cypress. Lush valleys nearby make for a great getaway during summer vacation. Yongtaeul Reservoir, located at the entrance, gives beautiful views as well. Inside the natural recreation forest, various facilities including walking paths, physical activity facilities, a botanical garden and bare-foot walking paths are available for visitors.

Gyeryong Military Culture Festival (계룡軍문화축제)

14.5Km    2025-08-14

Jeongjang-ri, Sindoan-myeon, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-840-2621

Gyeryong Military Culture Festival, one of Korea’s prestigious festivals, features various performances, including an opening act and military culture concert with rock, trot, and K-pop acts. In addition, military band performances, road parades, and various hands-on experience programs are held, offering diverse content that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Yetteo Folk Museum (옛터민속박물관)

14.7Km    2025-02-04

321-35 Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

The Yetteo Folk Museum showcases traditional folk artifacts that reflect the daily life of the Daejeon region. Inside the exhibition hall, visitors can view items such as knives, tray tables, water droppers, cups, and oil lamps. The outdoor exhibition area features stone mortars, troughs, and grinding stones. The museum also includes a traditional jar exhibition hall, a Korean restaurant, and a traditional teahouse. Visitors can engage in hands-on experiences like natural dyeing, hanji paper crafts, and knot-making, or relax and enjoy a campfire.