Top 15 Hiking Spots in Korea - From Seoul to National Parks
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🥾 Korea Travel Recommendation Part 1 – Hiking Edition
Discover 15 must-visit hiking spots in Korea: 5 accessible mountains in Seoul and 10 iconic peaks across the country. Perfect trails, tips, and transport info included!
🏙️ Seoul Area – Top 5 Urban Mountains
1. Bukhansan (북한산)
Highlights: Granite peaks, temples, panoramic city views.
Route: Baegundae Peak (3–4 hrs round-trip)
Access: Gupabal Station (Line 3) + bus 34/704 to park entrance.
2. Inwangsan (인왕산)
Highlights: Fortress wall, skyline vistas, short/easy trail.
Route: Inwangsan Trail (1–1.5 hrs)
Access: Dongnimmun Station (Line 3), 5-min walk.
3. Namsan (남산)
Highlights: N Seoul Tower, city lights, night hikes.
Route: Namsan Circular Trail (2 hrs)
Access: Myeongdong Station (Line 4) + Namsan shuttle bus.
4. Ansan (안산)
Highlights: Forested trails, lake views at Ansan Park.
Route: Ansan Trail (2–3 hrs)
Access: Chungmuro Station (Line 3/4) + local bus 401.
5. Achasan (아차산)
Highlights: Historic fort ruins, Hangang views.
Route: Achasan Ridge (2 hrs)
Access: Gwangnaru Station (Line 5), Exit 1.
🏞️ Nationwide – Top 10 Must-Climb Peaks
6. Seoraksan (설악산)
Highlights: Autumn foliage, Ulsanbawi Rock, waterfalls.
Route: Ulsanbawi Rock trail (5–6 hrs)
Access: Intercity bus to Sokcho + shuttle bus.
7. Hallasan (한라산)
Highlights: Crater lake, island summit views.
Route: Seongpanak Trail (8–9 hrs)
Access: Bus or taxi from Jeju City.
8. Jirisan (지리산)
Highlights: Multi-day ridge hikes, temple stays.
Route: Jirisan Ridge (2–3 days)
Access: Bus to Gurye or Jungsan-ri.
9. Juwangsan (주왕산)
Highlights: Rock cliffs, scenic waterfalls.
Route: Juwangsan Loop (4 hrs)
Access: Bus to Cheongsong + local taxi.
10. Chiaksan (치악산)
Highlights: Pine forests, ridge walk.
Route: Birobong Peak (5 hrs)
Access: Bus to Wonju + local bus.
11. Taebaeksan (태백산)
Highlights: Snow festival, panoramic ridge.
Route: Cheonjedan Peak (4–5 hrs)
Access: Bus to Taebaek Station.
12. Deogyusan (덕유산)
Highlights: Ski resort, dense pine forests.
Route: Muju Trail (5 hrs)
Access: Bus to Muju + shuttle.
13. Woraksan (월악산)
Highlights: Gorge vistas, ancient temples.
Route: Yeongbulsan Peak (4 hrs)
Access: Bus to Chungju + local bus.
14. Sobaeksan (소백산)
Highlights: High-altitude plateau, azaleas.
Route: Cheonhwangbong (5–6 hrs)
Access: Bus to Danyang + shuttle.
15. Gayasan (가야산)
Highlights: Haeinsa Temple, rocky peaks.
Route: Seoknamsa Trail (6 hrs)
Access: Bus to Hapcheon + local bus.
🧭 Hiking Tips for Foreign Travelers
- Check weather and trail alerts online before you go.
- Bring water, snacks, and basic first-aid supplies.
- Offline map apps or eSIM data keep you on track.
📶 Stay Connected in the Mountains
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