Gariwangsan National Recreational Forest (국립 가리왕산자연휴양림)

9.2 Km 57752 2023-04-06

707, Gariwangsan-ro, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-562-5833

Gariwangsan Mountain is one of the major mountains in the Taebaek Mountain Range. It is a home to numerous alpine tree species, as well as wildflowers and herbs. Its trails are popular thanks to the gentle slopes. Gariwangsan National Recreational Forest is located at the Hoedong-ri Village entrance. The recreational forest has various amenities, but the walking path next to the valley is by far the most outstanding. The thick forest blocks out the sky while purifying the air.

Gangsol [Korea Quality] / 강과 소나무 [한국관광 품질인증]

9.9 Km 1166 2020-09-11

31-57, Joldeuru-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-10-3757-1147

Located in Jeongseon County, Gangwon-do Province, the River and Pine Pension offers guests an opportunity to enjoy an exciting trip and comfortable relaxation. It provides a BBQ in the evening and a free breakfast for all guests, who can enjoy the pension’s great food amid the splendid surrounding scenery. The café on the first floor is open to everyone, while the workshop offers guests an opportunity to learn how to make a quilt. In summer, the clean valley water flowing in front of the pension is a great place for water play and relaxation.

Yellow Tree Café (옐로우트리 카페)

10.2 Km 0 2024-02-16

505-94, Pyeonganhanchi-gil, Mitan-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Yellow Tree Café, nestled amidst a ginkgo forest beneath Cheongoksan Mountain in Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi, is surrounded by 1500 ginkgo trees. This spot is most dazzling during the foliage season from mid-October to mid-November, when the trails are adorned with yellow leaves, creating a picturesque carpet of golden hues. The café offers a delightful menu, featuring specialties like Seoritae latte (Black bean latte), Kkul cake (Honey cake), Omija ade, and crispy toasts. It's an ideal haven for a serene break within the tranquility of the forest.

Baengnyongdonggul Cave-Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark (백룡동굴-강원고생대 국가지질공원)

10.7 Km 13092 2020-06-10

63, Munhui-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Baengnyongdonggul Cave is a 1.8㎞-long, natural limestone cave located in Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The cave entrance is located 10-15㎞ above sea level, and is surrounded by rocks. In 1976, local residents expanded a small lane in the middle of the main cave corridor to allow for easier exploration. Since then, the cave has continued to be explored and researched with great value for geologists. The cave was designated Natural Monument No. 260 in 1979.

Pyeongchang Eoreumchi Village (평창 어름치마을)

11.4 Km 12034 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.

Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi (평창 육백마지기)

11.6 Km 0 2023-03-07

583-76, Cheongoksan-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Yukbaekmajigi refers to the peak of Cheongoksan Mountain on the southern side of Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do. The large field is the size of six soccer fields and is 1,256 meters above sea level. The name comes from the saying that the field is large enough to spread 600 mal (Korean unit of measure) of rice seeds. Yukbaekmajigi is easy to reach by car and is becoming a popular eco-friendly tourist attraction. The view from the peak includes an open view of 20 large wind power generators on the vast field. There are also various photo zones for visitors.

Gariwangsan Mountain (가리왕산)

12.8 Km 46986 2024-02-28

707 Gariwangsan-ro, Jeongseon-eup, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

Gariwangsan Mountain provides a view of the East Sea from its summit on clear days. Beyond the lushness of summer, it is celebrated for its royal azaleas in spring, vibrant fall colors in autumn, and a picturesque snow-covered landscape in winter. The Gariwangsan Music Festival is a highlight of the summer season, while winter offers skiing opportunities at nearby ski resorts. The mountain also features attractions like a cable car service and zipline rides. It stands as one of the most popular tourist destinations in Gangwon-do, particularly favored by mountain climbers.

Hwaam Tourist Attractions (Hwaam Eight Scenic Sites) (화암관광지(화암8경))

13.8 Km 10442 2019-11-13

1328, Yaksu-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2363

Hwaam Tourist Attractions comprises the eight scenic sights of Hwaam. The winding road leading to the attractions offers a perfect sencery of the mountains and cliffs, as well as magnificent fall foliage in autumn. Sign posts are installed along the way to each of the sceneries to prevent tourists from getting lost.

[Scenic Beauty 1] Hwaam Mineral Spring
At Hwaam Mineral Spring, water rises up through a rock crater located in Dong-myeon, Jeongseon. The water is said to be good for stomachaches, eye infections, and skin diseases; and, as it contains nine essential elements such as calcium and fluorine, it tastes crisp and clean.

[Scenic Beauty 2] Turtle Rock
Part of the path leading to Hwaam Mineral Spring is buttressed by a cliff, on which there is a rock that resembles the shape of a turtle.

[Scenic Beauty 3] Yongmaso
With its clean water and wide sheets of rock, Yongmaso Lake is a popular attraction for vacationers.

[Scenic Beauty 4] Hwaamdonggul Cave
Hwaamdonggul Cave used to be a gold mine that was commercially operated from 1922 to 1945. The nation’s 5th largest goldmine was, however, found to have natural stalactites, and later the cave was developed as the only theme-based cave that combined gold and nature. The stalactite area is an open space of 2,800㎡ and the length of the path open to visitors is 1,803 meters. The entire area consists of 5 chapters, which in turn constitute 41 zones; it takes about an hour and a half to see all of the zones.

[Scenic Beauty 5] Hwapyoju Cliff
Hwapyoju is a cliff facing the entrance of Hwapyo-dong, which can be seen on the way from Hwaam-dong to Molundae. The cliff may appear as if a giant sharpened a large sheet of rock and placed it upright, or less imaginatively, as if two pillars are standing side by side.

[Scenic Beauty 6] Sogeumgang River
The four-kilometer stretch from Hwapyoju to Molundae, surrounded with 100 to 150-meter high rock cliffs and thick forest, is called Sogeumgang River (small Geumgang River), meaning that its beautiful scenery is reminiscent of that of the breathtaking Geumgangsan Mountain.

[Scenic Beauty 7] Molundae Cliff
Molundae literally means ‘the cliff beyond which clouds disappear’. The tip of the steep cliff is adorned with three specimens of 500-year-old pine trees. Legend has it that gods would perch on the cliff’s top and enjoy the beautiful view. At the foot of the cliff lies a large sheet of rock that can accommodate hundreds of people.

[Scenic Beauty 8] Gwangdaegok Valley
Gwangdaegok Valley is said to be the mysterious place where heaven, earth and clouds meet. The surrounding hills are very rough and bumpy, which makes the area a renowned mountain in Korea. There is a belief among wild-ginseng diggers that they can find great ginseng if they pray in Gwangdaegok, so it is a popular attraction for such prospectors.

Hwaam Mineral Spring [National Geopark] (화암약수 (강원고생대 국가지질공원))

13.8 Km 10401 2021-02-24

1330, Yaksu-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Hwaam Mineral Spring is one of the Eight Scenic Sites of Hwaam, and provides carbonated water said to be good for stomach discomfort and skin diseases. Interestingly, the stream water flowing through the valley is just regular freshwater. The reason for this is that the water passes through different types of rock on its way from the underground.

Hwaamdonggul Cave [Gangwon Paleozoic Geopark] (화암동굴 (강원고생대 국가지질공원))

13.8 Km 33343 2020-12-05

12, Hwaamdonggul-gil, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-560-2379

Hwaamdonggul Cave was originally a gold mine that was commercially operated from 1922 to 1945 as the nation’s fifth largest gold mine. However, the cave was found to have natural stalactites, and was later developed into the only theme-based cave that combined gold and nature. The ticket booth and the cave's entrance is located apart from each other, and visitors can either hike or ride on monorail to the entrance point. Hwaamdonggul Cave is not only a tourist attraction but also an educational venue where visitors can learn about the subterranean ecology of a stalactite cave and the process of gold mining and refining.

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