If so, what kind of clothing should we wear? Please send some info on trips you offer from Seoul. Thank you. Me and my family are going to Korea on December, I would like to ask if its safe for kids age 10 and 5 to go to Seorak mountain? Any advise please. Hi Alfred! Seorak can get cold during December and there is also a chance of snow which will make the mountain slippery.
Hi, Merci! Sorry for the late reply. We cannot guarantee you, unfortunately, and recommend you check the weather report. Is it possible to do the Singhuensa temple, Ulsanbawi Rock and Cable car ride in the three hours alloted for the park? If not, do we have time for just two attractions — the temple and rock formation? How many minutes will each attraction take? Hi noralynn cabrera! We are sorry for the late reply. What is the best time to see the real beauty of Seorkasan winter or summer?
Also, Can I camp in the park to begin my hike in the early morning? Hi Alamin! Hi Betty Ho! Is it safe for solo travelers? What type of wildlife should be I looking out for that could be dangerous?
It is safe to travel solo to the mountain. Daecheongbong Peak 1, m is the third highest peak in Korea after Hallasan Mountain and Jirisan Mountain, and as the peak is covered with snow for five to six months of the year, the mountain got the name "Seorak" meaning a snowy peak. In particular, it is known for the fantastic views of the sunrise and sunset. By using the cable car near Seoraksan Small Park, the disabled and the elderly can go up to the top and enjoy a panoramic view of the mountain.
No Data. I'll definitely go back to the park and try the highest peak in Mt. Seorak -- Daecheongbong Peak. It is 1,m high and requires 6 to 7 hours of hiking. I guess for now, my day trip was enough and fulfilling already. See it for yourself! The one-way ticket to Sokcho costs KRW16, and the travel time was only two hours I thought it would take 2hrs 40 mins.
Get off at the Sokcho Intercity Bus Terminal and wait for bus no. The bus stop is just outside the terminal beside the parked buses, so when you get out of the terminal, turn right and walk about 5 meters.
Prepare an exact fare of KRW for the bus ride. It will take 30 minutes to get to Seoraksan National Park, which is also the last stop. From there, just walk your way to the National Park. Returning to Seoul If you do not know where to alight from Seoraksan Park to downtown Sokcho, just tell the driver of bus no 7 or to drop you off at the Sokcho bus terminal.
You need to specify whether it is the Intercity bus station or the Express bus station because there are also two stations in the city. RS R Victoria, Canada 90 contributions. I'm not sure how great Jeju is having not been there, but I can safely say my three day visit to Sokcho and the nearby National Park was well worth a short visit. I stayed at the House Hostel I have posted a review and enjoyed the city itself with it's great markets, particularly Daepohang Port Market.
The highlight of the visit was Mt Seoraksan National Park. I was fortunate to pick a good day to visit as by 9am the sky was clear, blue, and it was around 20 celcius.
For those who are ambitious as I was , start with the "heavy lifting" in the morning. Here is what I did, and the time it took. Total time 3. Biseondae Rock. Lunch Break of 1 hour 3. Cable Car Ride to Peak. Total time 1 hour 2pm - 3pm 4. Total time 1. The National Park is stunningly beautiful and is well worth a visit for those that enjoy hiking and the outdoors. Healthy, Scenic, Invigorating plus instructions. First things first - how to get here.
I struggled to figure out this information so I think it's best I share for future travelers. When you get off at the Dongbu bus terminal in Sokcho last stop from Seoul , get out, turn right, walk to the traffic lights, wait, cross, turn left, and walk to the bus stop so the bus stop is across the road.
Wait for bus 7 or Put wons per person into the money box. Be sure to have the right amount, they don't give change back. It takes about 20 minutes and its last stop is the National Park. Don't take a taxi here. It'll cost 12K won and is not worth it. There are a few Korean bbq stalls at the gates as well as stores selling gloves, walking sticks, caps, etc. Bring your own snacks and water though. Save money. I went in the winter and they had just had about 6 feet of snow which had packed down into about 3 or 4 feet.
Some of the more difficult trails had been closed off as a result of the snow. Despite this, the park was still open and was still a very scenic place to visit. You also get busloads of tourists who still visit at all times, I could imagine how crowded it must get in the autumn when the park is at its best.
You'll find toilets along all walking trails and at certain 'junctions', you also find Korean restaurants. The cable car is a must do, it takes you to the top of the mountain, where you then climb up a bit to the highest point for some great views. There are lots of other places to visit in the park of course like Biryeong Waterfalls, Geungmanggul Cave, and I would recommend at least 2 or 3 days to visit different areas.
It's easy to medium difficulty and definitely invigorating. TimLovatt Singapore, Singapore contributions. When trying to plan our hikes in Seoraksan, i found it extremely difficult to find suitable information on the different hikes, so here is what i learned! We visited in peak fall season - mid october - and consequently the colours were amazing but there were loads of people around.
Tip 1: go early. The park opens at 4am. Unless you're suuuuper keen you dont need to go that early. If you arrive by 7am youll beat the vast majority of the crowds and only see them when you are on your way back down and youve had the whole of your walk in solitude. Tip 2: go 'expert'. Tour groups are rife. If you pick a hike thats a nice easy two hour round trip you will encounter all of them on one of our hikes we had to queue at every stage the whole way round - no exaggeration.
Tour groups and the majority of individuals stay away from the 'expert' routes and the ones that are a little further afield. For example, lots of people make it to Biseondae go early, youll beat them but much fewer keep going to Geumggangul Cave or Madeungryeong Samgeori. The walks: We didnt do them all, but on the knps website the descriptions are either a history of the place or just things like 'no swimming' so here is a sample.
Pick up a map at the park entrance and the descriptions are better too see my photos Osaek to Yongso Falls Lovely, easy, ambling valley walk. Stunningly beautiful in the fall and im sure other seasons.
Very easy, lots of bridges and photo opportunities. Will get very very busy unless you go early Seorakdong to Biseondae Also an easy meandering path, similar to the above, but with a fabulous bridge at the top which is overlooked by towering cliffs. Incredibly beautiful again. Biseondae to Geumganggul cave Steep, quiet, beautiful views through gaps in the trees, metal steps in the cliff on the way up to the cave with breathtaking views of several valleys.
You dont even have to go all the way to the cave if you are nervous of heights there is a viewing platform before the scary steps start. Highly recommended to go a bit further. Super quiet and away from the crowds. Ulsanbawi Beautiful valley walk which slowly gets steeper and steeper as it passes amazing views and temples. Views from the top are unreal. Not as hard as it makes out on the website. Do it! From Sokcho, you can take local bus number 7 or to Outer Seorak Oeseorak , which will take approximately 30 minutes.
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