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Namcheongyegok Valley (남천계곡)

18.3Km    2024-02-26

375, Namcheongyegok-ro, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Namcheongyegok Valley is located on the northern side of Sobaeksan National Park. The forest is preserved quite well because the valley is located deep within the mountain. Freshwater fishes can be found within the clear water of the valley. The lush plants and clear water in summer and the fall foliage in autumn present a beautiful view. Follow the small trails to find the Namcheon Campground, where one can enjoy camping deep in the forest. 

Yellow Tree Café (옐로우트리 카페)

18.7Km    2024-02-16

505-94, Pyeonganhanchi-gil, Mitan-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do

Yellow Tree Café, nestled amidst a ginkgo forest beneath Cheongoksan Mountain in Pyeongchang Yukbaekmajigi, is surrounded by 1500 ginkgo trees. This spot is most dazzling during the foliage season from mid-October to mid-November, when the trails are adorned with yellow leaves, creating a picturesque carpet of golden hues. The café offers a delightful menu, featuring specialties like Seoritae latte (Black bean latte), Kkul cake (Honey cake), Omija ade, and crispy toasts. It's an ideal haven for a serene break within the tranquility of the forest.

Trouts House (평창송어양식장 (송어의집))

19.3Km    2024-02-19

19-4 Araetsangni-gil, Pyeongchang-eup, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
033-332-0505

Trouts House is a unique establishment that combines a trout hoetjib with a trout farm. They meticulously maintain an optimal environment for trout farming, which yields fish with a chewy texture, free from any fishy aftertaste, and characterized by a delicate, clean flavor. The restaurant offers various trout dishes for guests to enjoy. Options include muchim where trout is mixed with vegetables, soybean powder, sesame oil, and minced garlic, and deopbap, where trout is served over rice. In addition to songeo hoe (sliced raw trout), their menu also features songeo gui (grilled trout), songeo twigim (deep-fried trout), and a dish with thistle rice.

Danyang Bobaljae Pass (단양 보발재)

19.4Km    2024-02-26

San 26-7, Baekja-ri, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Bobaljae Pass is located 540 m above sea level on the northern side of Sobaeksan Mountain. It is also known as Godeuneomijae Pass. The S-shaped curve is known for wildflowers in spring and fall foliage in autumn, so one can either take a leisurely drive along the road or park one’s car at the observatory and get some pictures. Guinsa Temple and Ondal Tourist Area nearby are also good to visit.

Maguryeong Pass / Gochiryeong Pass (마구령/고치령)

19.6Km    2024-02-23

[Maguryeong Pass] Imgok-ri, Buseok-myeon, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Maguryeong Pass and Gochiryeong Pass stand as iconic hills of Sobaeksan Mountain. They are known for their historical significance as rugged pathways where people and goods traversed during the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Situated on the easternmost edge of Sobaeksan Mountain, Maguryeong Pass derives its name from its function: "Magu" meaning "harness" and "Ryeong" meaning "pass" in Korean, highlighting its past as a route where merchants commonly traveled on horseback. Meanwhile, Gochiryeong Pass served as a vital transport link to the Gwandong and Hoseo regions. In the Silla dynasty, this pass was earmarked for palace construction at the base of the hill, which led to its name "Gochiryeong" – "Go" indicating "old", "Chi" representing "hill", and "Ryeong" meaning "pass" in Korean – effectively translating to "old hill pass".

Guinsa Temple (Danyang) (구인사(단양))

19.6Km    2024-03-15

73 Guinsa-gil, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-43-423-7100