Chuncheon Oksanga - Okgwangsan Jade Mine (춘천 옥산가 (옥광산))
9.9Km 2022-12-28
228, Geumok-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-241-0300
This tourist destination was established as a healing and experience attraction based on Korea’s only jade mine in Chuncheon. It comprises Jade Cave Experience Center, Jade Mine Sauna, Toy Museum, Bakery Cafe, restaurant, and other facilities. In particular, Jade Cave Experience Center, which was built by using an actual jade pit, invites visitors to observe and touch rough gemstones. The center has a shelter surrounded by jade stones and an earthenware museum, which exhibits various types of earthenware. If you want to have a healing experience with jade’s energy, the jade sauna is an ideal place to visit. The sauna was built with high-quality nephrite from the jade mine and uses mineral water produced from deep in the jade pit. Moon Valley consisting of a gallery, modern history museum, and toy museum is popular among family visitors with children, and kidults too. The toy museum is full of famous character figures from animated films and popular movies, such as Taekwon V, Mazinger Z, Disney characters, and Star Wars characters. The outdoor park behind the Moon Valley has a small zoo and a walking path.
Soyang Dam (소양강댐)
12.5Km 2023-05-22
1128, Sinsaembat-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-242-2455
Built in October 1973, Soyang Dam is the largest dam in Korea. It stands 123 meters high and 530 meters long and can hold up to 29 million tons of water. The stored water which has become Soyangho Lake, is Korea's largest man-made lake, spanning a large area that borders the Gangwon-do cities and districts of Chuncheon, Hongcheon, Yanggu, and Inje. Visitors can enjoy riding a ferry or walking on the 2.5-kilometer walking trail. Various restaurants and attractions are also nearby.
Chuncheon Soyangho Lake (소양호 (춘천))
12.5Km 2021-05-06
1128, Sinsaembat-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-242-2455
Soyangho Lake was created by the building of Soyang Dam in 1973. Soyangho Lake is famous for catching freshwater fish, such as trout, carp, smelt, and eel. The waterway stretches all the way to Inje, with beautiful scenic views. Water sports can be enjoyed from the dock near Soyang Dam, with boat rides to Cheongpyeongsa Temple as well as around the lake. Many cafes and restaurants are located around the lake, making it a great vacation spot.
Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort (엘리시안 강촌 리조트)
12.6Km 2025-03-16
688 Bukhangangbyeon-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-260-2000
The Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort is a multifaceted resort offering more than just ski slopes with diverse courses. It also features the Gangchon Country Club, tailored to highlight the natural mountain terrain. For events like banquets and seminars, the resort offers 222 rooms, a wedding hall, and a reception center, alongside various dining options. Additionally, guests can enjoy both relaxation and recreational facilities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, a fitness center, and a kids' park. The resort also provides scenic walkways and hiking trails for guests to explore and enjoy the surrounding landscape.
Gugokpokpo Falls (구곡폭포)
12.6Km 2021-04-28
254, Gangchongugok-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-261-0088
Located at the foot of Bonghwasan Mountain in Chuncheon, Gugok Falls with a x_height of 50 m is one of the representative tourist destinations in the Gangchon area. It was named “Gugok” because the falls twist (gok) and turn nine (gu) different times before dropping down, and is also called “Guguripokpo.” Gugok Falls flowing down from a huge stone wall create fantastic scenery. Many tourists visit the falls every year to enjoy cool, refreshing water to overcome the heat wave in summer and to admire a majestic view of the giant ice wall in winter. The road from the ticket booth to the falls is gentle and requires about 20 min walk. It is an easy walking path surrounded by woods and the valley. Visitors can also try to find the nine wooden panels inspired by the spirit of Gugok and designed with Hangeul alphabet “ㄲ” letters (such as 꿈, 끼, 꾀, 깡, etc.). If you go up for about 40 min along the Kkalttak Pass, which is on the right side of the Gugok Falls entrance, you will find Munbae Village, nestled in a basin. The village restaurants are known for local dishes, such as wild vegetable bibimbap and folk liquor. Visitors can also stay overnight at the National Leisure Campground built in the Gukgok Falls Tourist Area.
National Center for Forest Activities Chuncheon (국립춘천숲체원)
12.8Km 2021-08-09
331, Jangbon 2-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
National Center for Forest Activities Chuncheon is 335 ha of area located near Samhangol Valley. The center has a slogan PLAY meaning P for Play, L for Lead, A for Act, and Y for You. Various facilities are available including area for experience programs, accommodations, restaurants and more. Experience programs for individuals and groups are available as well as special programs for people with disabilities and elderlies.
Gapyeong Hyeonam Agricultural Heritage Museum (가평현암농경유물박물관)
14.4Km 2022-09-01
13, Seokjangmoru-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-0612
Situated in Buk-myeon, Gyeonggi-do, Gapyeong Hyeonam Agricultual Heritage Museum was established by Gyeonggi-do Gapyeong Office of Education. It is situated inside Gapyeongbuk Middle School, making it easy to visit for anyone interested in learning about the wisdom and spirit of Koreans' ancestors as well as the development of Korea's traditional culture. It mainly displays farming relics and is comprised of five halls.
Gyeonggang Makguksu (경강막국수)
14.5Km 2024-03-20
62-4 Seobaek-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
Kyunggang Makguksu is a Korean restaurant specializing in suyuk (boiled pork slices) and makguksu (buckwheat noodles). Their suyuk (boiled pork slices) is renowned for its chewy yet tender texture, free from any gamey odor. The makguksu, made with 100% buckwheat noodles, is mixed with musaengchae (julienne radish fresh salad), vegetables, and seasoning for a rich, savory flavor. Additionally, they offer a course menu featuring homemade dubu (bean curd), suyuk, gamja jeon (potato pancake), and makguksu.
Gangchon Rail Park Gyeonggang Railbike (강촌레일파크경강레일바이크)
14.6Km 2024-10-30
57 Seobaek-gil, Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
Gangchon Rail Park Gyeonggang Railbike is a leisure sport facility located in the area around the previous Gyeonggang Station. The railbike course stretches for 8 kilometers from the old red brick station through forests and across the Bukhangang River before returning to Gyeonggang Station. The full course takes around 1 hour to complete and operates in 1 hour 30 minute intervals. A key point to this railbike is that they offer pet bikes as well, something not found at other railbike locations throughout Korea.
Gyereuk (계륵)
14.6Km 2024-12-23
강원특별자치도 춘천시 남산면 김유정로 351
This restaurant specializes in sutbul dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken) made with native Korean chicken. Here, the sutbul dakgalbi is made with salt-based marinade, enhancing the chicken’s savory flavor even without a sauce. Conveniently located between Chuncheon and Hongcheon, it is an ideal stop if you’re planning to visit both areas.
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