[Gangwon-do] Seoraksan Daecheongbong Peak (설악산 대청봉)
💡 Overview
Standing at 1,708 meters above sea level, Daecheongbong is the highest peak of Seoraksan Mountain. It is the third highest peak in South Korea, after Hallasan Mountain (1,950 meters) and Jirisan Mountain (1,915 meters). The peak is a home to a variety of alpine species, including dwarf pine, Korean rosebay, and Erman’s Birch, and its summit offers breathtaking views. The shortest of Seoraksan’s hiking trails is the Osaek course (Osaek-Seorak Falls-Daecheongbong), which takes about four hours.
📋 Detailed Information
| 📍 Address | 1 Daecheongbong-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do |
|---|---|
| 🌐 Website | seorak.knps.or.kr |
| Operating Hours | [Entry hours] Winter season 04:00-12:00 / Summer season 03:00-14:00 |
| Day Off | N/A (Open all year round) |
| Parking | Available (Seorak Section C1, C2, B1, B2, A) |
| Experience Age | Open to visitors of all ages |
| Experience Guide | Trekking |
| Inquiries and Information | • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-672-2883, +82-33-801-0900 |
📝 Additional Information
[Admission Fees]
Free
[Parking Fees]
Free
📸 Gallery (Click to enlarge)

📍 Nearby Attractions
Seoraksan Osaek Jujeongol Valley (설악산 오색주전골) 🔗Distance: 1.9km | Yaksu-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do-
Osaek Green Yard Hotel (오색탄산온천) 🔗Distance: 1.0km | 34 Daecheongbong-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
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Osaek Mineral Spring (오색약수터) 🔗Distance: 1.5km | Osaek-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the opening hours?
A. [Entry hours] Winter season 04:00-12:00 / Summer season 03:00-14:00
Q. When is it closed?
A. N/A (Open all year round)
Q. Is parking available?
A. Available (Seorak Section C1, C2, B1, B2, A)
Q. How can I contact them?
A. • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-672-2883, +82-33-801-0900
Source: Korea Tourism Organization