Samcheok Deokpunggyegok Valley Village (삼척 덕풍계곡마을)
2025-01-13
17-18, Punggogan-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-576-0394
Deokpung Village is a typical mountain village with bountiful resources and a great potential for development. The village has abundant forest resources with rare and valuable flora and fauna and is home to a natural recreational forest, mountain goats, and wild ginseng. The major income sources of this village are farm products such as pepper and garlic. You can enjoy fly fishing, hiking and a variety of hands-on experience programs. It also has several places to accommodate tourists.
Deokangsan Mountain (덕항산)
2021-06-15
Daegi-ri, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-541-9266
Deokangsan Mountain is where Hwanseongul Cave is located, and is part of the Samcheok Daei-ri Cave Area, designated as Natural Monument No. 178. The mountain has unique peaks and has a warm welcoming feeling from the entrance. There are various folklore relics within the mountain, leading to many visitors.
Samcheok Cheoneunsa Temple (천은사(삼척))
2022-02-03
816, Dongan-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-0221
Cheoneunsa Temple is located on Dutasan Mountain in Miro-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do. At the tail end of the Goryeo dynasty, Lee Seung-hyu, a renowned scholar, wrote ‘Jewangungi’, an epic for the Korean people at Cheoneunsa temple. After the temple burnt down during the Korean War, the temple was renovated. The temple houses Beophwagyeong (Lotus Sutra Statue) among other cultural significant artifacts. Also, the surrounding area was the capital during Goryeo dynasty, where a number of relics such as pieces of celadon and blue roof tiles were unearthed.
Tamjin River Wetland Eco-Park (탐진강 생태습지원)
2019-11-19
Gyeonsan-ri, Jangheung-eup, Jangheung-gu, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-860-0224
The Tamjin River Wetland Eco-Park opened in July 2008 to preserve the pristine nature of Tamjin River and to maintain a better waterfront. It is a widely spread natural river wetland eco-park that covers 13.130㎡ along the waterside of Tamjin River, which holds superior-grade water that flows mainly through the Jangheung area from Pyeonghwa Bridge in Jangheung-eup to Busan Bridge. Within the park, there are acupressure paths, wooden decks, trails for observing aquatic plants and eco-life, walking trails and a fountain.
Daedundo Island (대둔도)
2021-03-18
57, Gimisu-gil, Sinan-gun, Jeollanam-do
Daedundo Island is located 94 kilometers northwest of Mokpo and 3.2 kilometers away from Daeheuksando Island. The highest point of the island is Seongamsan Mountain at 163 meters, but with various steep edges. Various vegetables as well as seafood can been found throughout the island.
Yeongsil Trail (Hallasan National Park) (한라산 영실)
2024-03-11
246, Yeongsil-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-713-9950
Yeongsil Trail is renowned as the shortest yet the best one for its beautiful scenery among those of Hallasan Mountain. It is 5.8 kilometers and takes approximately 2 hour and 30 minutes to get to the destination. Starting from Yeongsil Rest Area, an uphill path emerges along steep mountain ridges to reach the Nambyeok Watershed. With its steep and flat parts, the hike is easy enough for children. It's a wonderful way to appreciate the lush forest and beautiful scenery.
Songaksan Mountain (송악산)
2024-12-02
421-1 Songakgwangwang-ro, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Songaksan Mountain is a mountain formed by underwater volcanic activity, characterized by its dual volcanic cones, which hold significant geological value. Along the Songaksan Trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking coastal landscapes, including views of Hyeongjeseom Island, Gapado Island, and Marado Island. The trail is not too challenging, making it accessible to all, although it can be windy. The coastal area at the foot of the mountain is also renowned for fishing spots.
Damyang Bamboo Forest (Damyang Marsh) (담양대나무숲 - 담양습지)
2025-01-13
656-2, Taemok-ri, Daejeon-myeon, Damnyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3114
Situated between Damyang-gun and Gwangju Metropolitan City, Damyang Wetland is one of the best places to experience the ecology of Yeongsangang River. It is a habitat for the hawk, wildcat, Boreal digging frog (endangered species), and kestrel. It became the first river wetland to be designated as a wetland reserve in 2004.
Janghohang Port (장호항)
2022-12-28
103, Janghohang-gil, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-3011
Janghohang Port is a short distance out of downtown Samcheok. The port is famous for its round beach line and white sand shore and is known as the “Naples of Korea.” From the beach, Janghohang Port offers excellent views of unique rock formations in the sea. The beach at Janghohang Port is small but charming, and has a tranquil atmosphere unlike the bigger beaches.
Honinji Pond (혼인지)
2022-12-26
39-22, Honinji-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-6798
Honinji Pond is connected to a myth of how agriculture and farming started on Jeju Island. Despite its small size, the pond is said to have been the location of the wedding between the Samsinin (three founding demi-gods) and three princesses of the East Kingdom. Next to the pond is Samseonghyeol, three caves that served as bridal homes. Honinji Pond and Samseonghyeol are great places to trace the origin of the founders of Jeju Island. In the summer, the area is in full bloom with red lotus flowers.
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