Geumdanggyegok Valley (금당계곡)

.0M 2021-07-29

766-2, Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Geumdanggyegok Valley, located upstream of the Pyeongchanggang River, is a gorge between three different districts of Bongpyeong-myeon, Yongpyeong-myeon and Daehwa-myeon, just west of Geumdangsan Mountain (1,173 m). Geumdanggyegok Valley is an impressive site with sections of both gentle and fast flowing valley waters. From late March through April full-blown azalea covers the mountainsides and valleys providing visitors with a refreshing spring scent.

To reach Geumdanggyegok Valley, travel down along the Pyeongchanggang River from Jangpyeong or trek up the valley from Anmi Elementary School. Coming down to Pyeongchang-eup from Daehwa-myeon area, visitors will encounter an intersection called, “Saechugeori”. The intersection has two parts: Sanganmi and Haanmiri and a sign indicating the Geumdanggyegok Valley entrance. Across the valley, odd-shaped rock formations and cliffs appear one after another along the river. The area is a native habitat for a species of otter (Natural Treasure No. 330) and a favorite spot for catching catfish.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field (장암산 활공장)

9.7Km 2022-06-27

129, Jangamdong-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-332-2625

Paragliding is controlled by the power of body weight. Hang gliding and paragliding are both included in manpowered gliders, which refers to gliders weighing less than 50 kilograms in dead weight. Paragliding has the shortest history among air sports, but is the most popular manpower glider.

Anyone can enjoy paragliding and after a 3 to 4-hour training course, participants can take off from a 50 meter steep hill. The total weight of the glide is just 10 kilograms, light enough to carry on one’s back, and carries very little danger if riders follow proper precautions.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field is located near Pyeongchang and the mountain is mainly comprised of stones, making it possible for people to enjoy a real thermal flight experience. The field is suitable for families who wish to enjoy camping with paragliding. The landing field is situated along the Pyeongchanggang River, which is also available for swimming after the flight. The river has a spacious pool on both upstream and downstream, making it a perfect venue for safety clinic education as well.

Jeonggangwon(정강원 관광농원)

9.8Km 2024-06-20

2010-13 , Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-1011

Jeonggangwon Tourist Farm in Pyeongchang, Gangwon-do, is a tourist complex with a farm and wildflower garden, a food museum, and a Korean restaurant - plus a jangdokdae with hundreds of jars full of pickling and fermenting ingredients. It was founded by food researcher Cho Jung-gang to promote Korean food traditions. Accomodation is in traditional hanok or in condominium-style rooms, and guests have free use of a water park, ping-pong tables and a ball park. Breakfast and dinner are provided free of charge, with set meals and various local specialties. There’s a hanbok wearing experience, and pay-for traditional food-making programs include bibimbap, chilli paste, and rice-cakes.

Cheongtaesan National Recreational Forest (국립 청태산자연휴양림)

10.1Km 2022-09-06

610, Cheongtaesan-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-343-9707

The 1,200-meter-high Cheongtaesan Mountain is a mountain where planted and naturally growing trees flourish in harmony, creating dense forests that provide a habitat for woodland creatures. In the summer, the forest is a convenient stopover for vacationers headed for the East Coast and both children and adults can enjoy learning about the local ecology at the Forest Education Facility.

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon (국립횡성숲체원)

11.0Km 2023-12-07

777 Cheongtaesan-ro, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon is located 850 meters above sea level on Cheongtaesan Mountain. It is Korea's first national forest education center to be opened and operated by the Korea Forest Welfare Institute. Follow the Neulsolgil trail along the nut pine trees to reach the Forest Healing Center to experience the wellness programs available for visitors of all ages. Visitors can also enjoy nature to the fullest by catching glimpses of small wild animals like squirrels and pine cones among the trees. There's also a creek by the birch forest and a walking deck suited for visitors of all ages and wheelchair users.

SNOW LAB (스노우랩)

11.7Km 2025-12-31

283-2 Taegi-ro, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Snow Lab is a ski and snowboard rental specialty shop located near Phoenix Park in Pyeongchang. During the winter season, it offers a full range of essential winter sports equipment, including skis, snowboards, boots, helmets, and apparel. The shop features an indoor space of approximately 330 square meters and can accommodate multiple customers for fitting at the same time. A wide range of equipment is available, with options suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced riders. All services, from equipment fitting and assistance with wearing gear to usage guidance, are provided on-site. Snow Lab is located about a one-minute drive from Phoenix Park Ski Resort and is equipped with convenient facilities such as parking, fitting rooms, changing areas, and rest spaces. English and Chinese assistance is also available for international visitors.

Hanwha Resort Pyeongchang (한화리조트 평창)

12.1Km 2025-03-16

228-33, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-334-6100

Nestled at the foot of Taegisan Mountain, Hanhwa Resort Pyeongchang is comprised of ski slopes, a horseback-riding facility, swimming, hiking and other leisure sports facilities available all year round. In addition, it houses a golf club, tour gondola, aroma health care center, walking paths, sauna, banquet hall, bowling site, arcade, convenience stores, pharmacy, and other convenient facilities.

Phoenix Snow Park (휘닉스 스노우파크)

12.3Km 2024-02-14

200 Taegi-ro, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-2828

With a 5-star hotel, condominium buildings, ski slopes, and a top-class golf course, the mountain resort complex of Phoenix Park provides various recreational and amusement facilities for a great vacation. The resort is located approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from Seoul in Pyeongchang, Gangwon State. Pyeongchang is a major winter sports region in Korea and was the host city of the 2018 Winter Games.

The resort has a total of 21 slopes and eight lifts, a gondola, and six conveyor belts to access the ski school slope and half-pipe. Phoenix Snow Park is an environmentally friendly resort, created with the minimum possible disruption to surrounding nature.

Phoenix Blue Canyon (휘닉스 블루캐니언)

12.7Km 2023-04-17

174, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-2828

Phoenix Blue Canyon is a leisure water park that uses pure water from deep valleys amid the fresh air of Gangwon-do. It features Mediterranean-style water facilities, comprised of various resting areas and water rides.

Welli Hilli Park Snow Park (웰리힐리파크 스노우파크)

12.9Km 2023-12-27

451, Gowon-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Opened in December 1995, Welli Hilli Park is a resort complex located over 48.6 million square meters around Sulibong Peak in Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do. The park is located in a region that often experiences heavy snow, providing the perfect skiing environment. Welli Hilli Park offers state-of-the-art facilities including gondolas that are able to transport 20,000 skiers per hour, and an automatic snow-management system. Guests are assured of a pleasant experience thanks to the efforts of the resort's customer satisfaction team.

Welli Hilli Snow Park offers a total of 20 slopes, including seven internationally certified slopes. The snow park is especially popular among snowboarders and was the first ski resort in Asia to host the World Snowboard Championships in 2009. Snowboarders can use the large-scale half-pipe and fun park, while skiiers enjoy the mogul course. Outside of the winter ski season, guests can enjoy golfing at the public greens.

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