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Inje Icefish Festival (인제 빙어축제)

Inje Icefish Festival (인제 빙어축제)

10.8Km    2023-12-29

555-2 beon-ji, Bupyeong-ri, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-460-8954

The Inje Icefish Festival takes place within the pristine nature of Inje. Visitors can enjoy fishing as well as other exciting winter activities. The festival was first held in 1997 and has grown with each year thanks to the interest and support of visitors.

Naerincheon River Pothole-Gangwon Peace National Geopark (내린천 포트홀-강원평화지역 국가지질공원)

Naerincheon River Pothole-Gangwon Peace National Geopark (내린천 포트홀-강원평화지역 국가지질공원)

11.8Km    2019-09-04

Buk-ri, Girin-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-249-3881

Naerincheon River starts out as a small stream on Bungnyongsan Mountain and flows down Sogyebangsan Mountain before joining with other small valley streams to create the larger river that most people know. The river has created a valley with many interesting and uniquely shaped rocks as it flowed down the mountainside over the years. The waters are so pure, the small pebbles and sand lining the bottom of the stream can be seen clearly. There are a number of areas along the stream perfect for relaxing and enjoying some time in nature. Many families visit and enjoy fishing and the pure environment. The river is also well-known for rafting.

Jangsudae Pavilion (장수대)

Jangsudae Pavilion (장수대)

14.7Km    2020-03-24

4193, Seorak-ro, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-463-3476

Jangsudae Pavilion was completed on October 1, 1959 to commemorate the great victory of the battle held at Seoraksan Mountain during the Korean War. It serves as a resting spot for visitors who hike up the park to visit attractions nearby such as the Daeseung Falls, Oknyeotang Spring, Gamatang Spring, Hangyesanseong Fortress, and Haneulbyeok Wall. The pavilion is built in a traditional Korean style and considered as an excellent hermitage in terms of both structure and size. The surrounding nature consisting of mountain cliffs and pine forest makes the building stand out even more.

Jeombongsan Mountain Gombaeryeong Pass (점봉산 곰배령)

Jeombongsan Mountain Gombaeryeong Pass (점봉산 곰배령)

15.0Km    2024-02-16

12 Gombaeryeong-gil, Girin-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do

This ecological area at the summit of Jeombongsan Mountain, situated 1,100 meters above sea level, spans approximately 16.5 hectares. It is often referred to as the "garden of heaven" due to the sheer diversity of plants and wildflowers in the area. The trail leading to the pass has a relatively gentle slope, making it accessible to all. It extends for 10.5 kilometers and typically takes about four hours to complete. Visitors need to make reservations to visit the pass.

Gohyangjip (고향집)

Gohyangjip (고향집)

15.3Km    2024-11-25

115 Jochimnyeong-ro, Girin-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do

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Gohyangjip, which the cast raved about, offers healthy, flavorful dishes made with natural ingredients. They loved it so much they visited twice, with Lee Kwang-soo praising the food as so delicious that it made him feel “nervous.”

Yongneup Marsh of Daeamsan Mountain (Gangwon Peace Area National Geopark) (대암산 용늪 (강원평화지역 국가지질공원))

15.4Km    2024-02-22

1106-27 Geumgang-ro, Seohwa-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do

Daeamsan Mountain is a rugged peak composed of rocks, reaching an altitude of 1,304 meters from the foothills to the summit. Formed in the hilly area on the southwest slope, Yongneup Marsh harbors both northern and southern plant species, housing various rare flora and fauna amidst its exceptional natural landscape. Exploring the ecology of Yongneup Marsh is possible through guided tours, including the Seoheung-ri course (three times a day, five hours) and the  Gaa-ri course (once a day, three hours). Identification is required, and reservations are mandatory, with the presence of guides accompanying visitors.

Center of Korea Observatory (국토정중앙천문대)

Center of Korea Observatory (국토정중앙천문대)

16.0Km    2021-08-12

127, Guktojeongjungang-ro, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-480-2586

The Center of Korea Observatory in Yanggu-gun is named for its location at the center of the Korean Peninsula. It is equipped with an 80-centimeter reflecting telescope. There is also an exhibition hall providing the most recent astronomy news, a planetarium showing the night sky, and a range of hands-on programs.

Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)

Gwangchi Recreational Forest (광치자연휴양림)

16.4Km    2021-03-25

265, Gwangchiryeong-ro 1794beon-gil, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-482-3115

Gwangchi Recreational Forest is located near Gwangchiryeong Pass (alt. 800 meters). The pass encompasses waterfalls and valleys in a dense forest. Gwangchi Tunnel connects the areas of Yanggu and Inje to the East Sea, making the forest a great addition to travel itineraries. The recreational area serves as a retreat for residents and helps to support the local economy through tourism.

Soyangho Lake (Yanggu Section) (소양호(양구))

Soyangho Lake (Yanggu Section) (소양호(양구))

16.6Km    2023-09-14

Seokhyeon-ri, Yanggu-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-480-7204

Soyangho Lake is a man-made lake that was created when Soyang Dam, the biggest rock-filled dam in Asia, was built in 1973. The lake is a hotspot for aquatic tourism and the lakeside road is an important route that connects Chuncheon and Yanggu. It is also a popular fishing spot as over 50 types of fishes can be found.

Seoraksan National Park (Southern Section) (설악산국립공원 (남설악))

Seoraksan National Park (Southern Section) (설악산국립공원 (남설악))

17.5Km    2024-04-02

801 Seorak-ro, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

Seoraksan Mountain, the highest amid the Taebaek Mountain Range, boasts beautiful landscape and scenery all year round. To the east of Hangyeryeong and Misiryeong Passes is classified as the outer section ("Oeseorak"), to the west is the inner section ("Naeseorak"); and to the south of Hangyeryeong Pass as the southern section ("Namseorak").

The southern section is famous for its mineral water, hot springs, and waterfalls including Yongsopokpo, Sibipokpo, and Yeosinpokpo Falls. Jeongbongsan Mountain (1,424.2 meters) is also included in the area. There are also several different hiking courses varying in distance and duration.