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[Gangwon-do] Seoraksan National Park (Outer Seorak) (설악산 국립공원 (외설악))

Hello! Here is the detailed information for ‘Seoraksan National Park (Outer Seorak) (설악산 국립공원 (외설악))’.

💡 Overview

Seoraksan Mountain is renowed for its natural splendors and breathtaking views. It holds the distinction of being Korea’s first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is also listed on the IUCN Green List. The mountain is divided into Inner Seorak, South Seorak, and Outer Seorak, which includes Daecheongbong peak (1,708 meters above sea level), ranking as the third highest peak in Korea. The area is celebrated for its popular hiking trails, with the sunrise and sunset views from the top being particularly spectacular.

📋 Detailed Information

📍 Address 1 Daecheongbong-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do (Zipcode: 24903)
📞 Phone +82-33-801-0900
🌐 Website www.knps.or.kr
Operating Hours [Entry hours] Winter 04:00-12:00 / Summer 03:00-14:00
Day Off N/A (Open all year round)
Parking Available
Experience Age Open to visitors of all ages
Experience Guide Hiking, trekking
Capacity N/A
Inquiries and Information • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-801-0900

📝 Additional Information

[Mountain Not Access Period]
May 18, 2021~ until further notice

[Hiking Course]
Osaek District Trail (Yeosimpokpo Falls – Yongsopokpo Falls, 3.1 km) closed for hikers’ safety

[Restrooms]
Available

[Facility Utilization Fees]
None

[Available Facilities]
None

[Parking Fees]
[Low season]

Small vehicles – Day parking 4,000 won / Overnight 8,000 won

Large vehicles – Day parking 6,000 won / Overnight 12,000 won

[Peak season]

Small vehicles – Day parking 5,000 won / Overnight 10,000 won

Large vehicles – Day parking 7,500 won / Overnight 15,000 won

[Admission Fees]
Adults 3,500 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 500 won

[Interpretation Services Offered]
None

[Reservation Info. for Foreigners]
None

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📍 Nearby Attractions

  • Seoraksan Gwongeumseong Fortress (설악산 권금성)
    Seoraksan Gwongeumseong Fortress (설악산 권금성) 🔗Distance: 660m | 1091 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Yukdampokpo Falls (육담폭포)
    Yukdampokpo Falls (육담폭포) 🔗Distance: 870m | Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Cheonbuldong Valley (천불동계곡)
    Cheonbuldong Valley (천불동계곡) 🔗Distance: 544m | 1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Seoraksan Cable Car (설악산 케이블카)
    Seoraksan Cable Car (설악산 케이블카)Distance: 483m | 1085 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan Mountain) (신흥사(설악산))
    Sinheungsa Temple (Seoraksan Mountain) (신흥사(설악산))Distance: 994m | 1137 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Biryongpokpo Falls (비룡폭포)
    Biryongpokpo Falls (비룡폭포)Distance: 1.8km | Seoraksan National Park, Seorak-dong, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
  • Biseondae Rock (비선대)
    Biseondae Rock (비선대)Distance: 544m | 1091, Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

Source: Korea Tourism Organization

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