Jirisan Hanok Village (지리산한옥마을)

15.9Km 2024-12-24

43 , Daejeongbangcheon-gil, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-636-1003, +82-10-8107-1838

Jirisan Hanok Village, in Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do, is a famous old house at the foot of Jirisan National Park’s Cheonwangbong and Nogodan Peaks. Just 20 minutes by car away from Nogodan and Baemsagol Valley Trail, the place is popular with walkers especially in the summer. Businessmen, poets and writers come here for the beautiful scenery; in particular, a candidate for the 2008 Nobel Prize in Literature stayed and worked here for a while.

Hwangmaesan County Park (황매산군립공원)

16.5Km 2025-01-13

4, Hwangmaesangongwon-gil, Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-930-4752

Located at the border between Gahoe-myeon and Daebyeong-myeon of Hapcheon, Hwangmaesan Mountain has long been considered a guardian mountain of Hapcheon, but was rarely ever featured in hiking or tourist publications. Thanks to this, the mountain's natural environment has been kept in pristine condition. In 1983, the mountain was designated as a county park and now, along with Gayasan Mountain, it is regarded as one of the major mountains in Hapcheon. Hwangmaesan Mountain is one of the last mountain peaks of the Taebaek Mountain Range, and reaches an altitude of 1,113 meters. Pine trees and royal azalea decorate the rocky mountain. From the summit, hikers can see Hapcheonho Lake and Jirisan, Deogyusan, and Gayasan Mountains.

Jirisan National Park (Sancheong) (지리산국립공원(산청))

16.6Km 2025-03-28

320-2 Jirisan-daero, Sicheon-myeon, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-970-1000

* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).

** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.

Jirisan National Park is the first national park established in South Korea, featuring peaks like Cheonwangbong Peak (1,915m), Banyabong Peak, and Nogodan Peak, which rank as the next highest after Halla Mountain. It's a popular destination for mountain enthusiasts, offering beautiful natural landscapes such as Naewonsagyegok Valley. The park also provides convenient facilities like Jirisan Recreational Forest, Naewonsa Temple, mountain lodges, campgrounds, and pensions.

Jirisan Cheonwangbong Peak (지리산 천왕봉)

16.8Km 2025-03-28

Jirisan-daero, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
+82-55-970-1000

* Please be advised that this is located in one of the areas affected by the recent wildfire (as of March 27, 2025).

** For real-time wildfire information and emergency upates, visit the Korea Forestfire Information website and the National Disaster and Safety Portal.

Along with Geumgangsan Mountain and Hallasan Mountain, Jirisan Mountain is known to be one of the most sacred mountains in Korea. It was named "Jiri" because it was believed to be a place that turns the innocent into the wise. On December 29, 1967 Jirisan National Park was declared the nation’s first and biggest national park. Its 440.517 square kilometer area covers Hadong, Sancheon and Hamyang in Gyeongsangnam-do; Gurye in Jeollanam-do ; and Namwon in Jeollabuk-do region. The total area is seven times that of Gyeryongsan National Park and 52 times that of all of Yeouido Island in Seoul.

At 1,915.4 meters high, Cheonwangbong Peak is the second highest peak in Jirisan National Park. Countless valleys and waterfalls surround the peak, as well as trails connecting to other peaks within the park.

Jeongchwiam Hermitage (정취암)

16.9Km 2024-02-23

675-87 Duncheolsan-ro, Sindeung-myeon, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Jeongchwiam Hermitage is a temple perched on the rocky cliffs of Daeseongsan Mountain, celebrated as a prime location for witnessing both sunrise and sunset, each offering breathtaking views. Nestled amidst picturesque mountain landscapes, the temple is cherished by many for its serene surroundings. Nearby attractions include the Duncheol Ecological Park and Seonyudonggyegok Valley, both serving as captivating natural destinations for tourists.

[Jirisan Trail Course] Inwol-Geumgye

17.3Km 2024-04-06

308-1 Junggun-ri, Inwol-myeon, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do

Inwol-Geumgye Trail Course is part of the Jirisan Trail, starting from Inwol-myeon, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do, and passing through Deunggujae in Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do, before reaching the village of Geumgye. Covering a distance of 20.5 kilometers, completing the trail typically takes around 10 hours, leading many travelers to plan a 1-night, 2-day itinerary. Along the way, hikers can enjoy the majestic landscapes of Jirisan Mountain, vast rice paddies, and visit six mountain villages.

Gamaksan Wind Farm (감악산 풍력발전단지)

18.8Km 2024-02-23

San 57 Deoksan-ri, Sinwon-myeon, Geochang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Gamaksan Wind Farm is a wind power complex located near the summit of Gamaksan Mountain in Geochang. The site, once a barren land, has been transformed into a flower garden with the planting of flowers such as Mother Chrysanthemum, Aster, Siberian Chrysanthemum, and Sliver Grass. It offers a panoramic view of Geochang-eup and Hapcheonho Lake. There are photo zones scattered throughout, providing excellent opportunities for photography. One of the main events is the Flower & Star Festival held in October. Visitors can enjoy vibrant purple asters and participate in programs like forest ecology experience and aromatherapy.

Jirisan Recreational Forest (국립 지리산자연휴양림)

19.6Km 2024-02-23

152 Eumjeong-gil, Macheon-myeon, Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Jirisan Recreational Forest safeguards the splendid natural beauty of Jirisan Mountain. Positioned 600 to 700 meters above sea level, the region surpassing 700 meters is designated as a national park. The forest features a range of amenities including accommodations, a forest student camp, various trails, a forest park, and a suspension bridge. The significant temperature variation in the area contributes to the breathtaking display of autumn foliage.

Anui Wonjo Galbijip (안의원조갈비집)

19.9Km 2024-02-23

127-2 Gwangpung-ro, Anui-myeon, Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
055-962-0666

Located near Anui-myeon Bus Terminal, Anui Wonjo Galbijip specializes in hanu galbi (Korean beef galbi). Designated as a local specialty restaurant by Hamyang County, its signature dish is hanu galbijjim (braised Korean beef galbi), known for its tender meat and flavorful soup. Additionally, it's a delicacy to stir-fry the leftover galbijjim (braised galbi) with kimchi and rice.

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