Daegeumgul Cave - Daei-ri Cave Area (대금굴 (대이리 동굴지대)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Daegeumgul Cave - Daei-ri Cave Area (대금굴 (대이리 동굴지대))

Daegeumgul Cave - Daei-ri Cave Area (대금굴 (대이리 동굴지대))

16.6Km    83863     2020-07-10

800, Hwanseon-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-541-7600

Daegeumgul Cave is believed to be as old as Hwanseongul and Gwaneumgul Caves located nearby. The entrance to the cave was exposed during an excavation project, and after a long preparatory period, the cave was opened to the public. This newly opened, well-preserved cave is filled with limestone features such as stalactites, and a considerable amount of water flows through the cave, creating waterfalls, both large and small, along with numerous ponds.

Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

Samcheok Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village (삼척 맹방유채꽃 마을)

16.8Km    8011     2024-03-08

3916-112 Samcheok-ro, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Maengbang Yuchaekkot Village is where one can enjoy the scenic view of canola flowers, cherry blossoms, and the ocean all in one place. Located in Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok, this village was considered as a sacred land during the Goryeo dynasty. Now, it is a village that attracts a flock of visitors every April with beautiful canola flowers. The village also holds a canola flower festival every year to celebrate the beauty of canola flowers that bloom near the 4.2-kilometer stretch of cherry blossom road. 

Geumjinhaebyeon Beach (금진해변)

Geumjinhaebyeon Beach (금진해변)

18.3Km    29632     2024-03-18

176-2 Geumjin-ri, Okgye-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Located to the south of Gangneung, Geumjinhaebyeon Beach stretches over 900 meters in length and covers an area of 63,000 square meters. It is known for its fine white sand beach and shallow waters with a gentle slope, making it a favorite spot for family visitors. Surfing enthusiasts can take advantage of surfing lessons offered at the beach. Additionally, while in the area, visitors can also explore the nearby Geumjin Hot Springs.

Deokangsan Mountain (덕항산)

Deokangsan Mountain (덕항산)

19.0Km    17266     2021-06-15

Daegi-ri, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-541-9266

Deokangsan Mountain is where Hwanseongul Cave is located, and is part of the Samcheok Daei-ri Cave Area, designated as Natural Monument No. 178. The mountain has unique peaks and has a warm welcoming feeling from the entrance. There are various folklore relics within the mountain, leading to many visitors.

Maengbanghaebyeon Beach (맹방해변)

19.0Km    6116     2024-07-31

228-239 Maengbanghaebyeon-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-572-3011

Maengbanghaebyeon Beach is located 7 kilometers from downtown Samcheok and was developed as a tourist attraction. During summer, there are various beach events such as the Myeongsasimni Race, bare-hand trout catching contest, and more. The area quickly became popular after featuring as a filming site for BTS' Butter album jacket.

Deokbongsan  Coastal Eco-trail (덕봉산 해안생태탐방로)

Deokbongsan Coastal Eco-trail (덕봉산 해안생태탐방로)

19.6Km    0     2024-08-05

Deoksan-ri, Geundeok-myeon, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

The Deokbongsan Coastal Eco-trail allows visitors to see unique rock formations and coastal scenery. The trail features two courses: course A (317m) goes up to the summit of Deokbongsan Mountain, while course B (626m) is a circular course along the coast and base of the mountain. Each course offers its own breathtaking views, with rest areas located throughout.

Yetpogu Hoejip (옛포구회집)

Yetpogu Hoejip (옛포구회집)

19.8Km    77     2021-03-25

437, Heonhwa-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-534-0070

It is a place where you can enjoy various types of sliced raw fish. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The representative menu is assorted sliced raw fish.