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Pocheon Sanjeonghosu Lake (포천 산정호수)

Pocheon Sanjeonghosu Lake (포천 산정호수)

17.8 Km    86581     2024-03-06

108, Sanjeonghosu-ro 411beon-gil, Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-532-6135

Sanjeonghosu Lake is surrounded by the Myeongseongsan and Gwaneumsan Mountains. Its name refers to its location, like a well (jeong) deep within the mountains (san). The lake was originally built during the Japanese Occupation as a water source for agriculture. It is circled by a 3 km-long trail, and there is a silver grass habitat in the middle of a hiking trail leading to the summit of Myeongseongsan Mountain. Family-friendly facilities like snow sledding slopes and hot springs can also be found. Nearby tourist sites include the Hantangang River, Herb Island, Art Valley, and the Korea National Arboretum. 

Mansujang (만수장)

Mansujang (만수장)

18.0 Km    5323     2021-09-29

874, Gwangneungsumogwon-ro, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-543-7897

Opened in 1998, Mansujang is located near the beautiful National Arboretum, Gwangneung, and Bonseonsa Temple on the perimeter of Gyeonggi-do. This traditional Chinese restaurant owned by a second-generation Chinese-Korean is a great place to hold family and birthday parties because hearty dishes are served at very reasonable prices.

Yeoncheon World Camping Experience Zone [Korea Quality] / 연천세계캠핑체험존(펜션) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

Yeoncheon World Camping Experience Zone [Korea Quality] / 연천세계캠핑체험존(펜션) [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

18.1 Km    3     2021-03-29

123, Seonsa-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-835-7100

Yeoncheon World Camping Experience Zone is a pension-type accommodation located in Hantangang Tourist Complex, in Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do. It is separated into Imjin Pension Area and Hantan Pension Area by road. The former has 5 buildings, the 1st, 2nd, and the 3rd being a 4-person unit, the 4th being a 6-person unit, and the 5th being an 8-person unit. The 4th is the only two-story building in the complex. Hantan Pension Area likewise has 5 two-story buildings with the same arrangements. 4-person units have 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom each, while the 6-person and 8-person units have two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All buildings have a detached outdoor deck, outdoor table, and parking spaces. 4-person and 6-person units have one parking spot each, while the 8-person units have two. Cooking utensils and kitchen equipment are available in the unit, but guests must bring their own toiletries. Up to two reservations per day can be placed by one person. There are multiple discounts available, such as regional resident discounts and multiple-children family discounts. The swimming pool is open in July and August only.

Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

Jeongok Prehistory Musuem (전곡선사박물관)

18.2 Km    45219     2023-03-07

2 , Pyeonghwa-ro 443beon-gil, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongok Prehistory Museum is a relics museum built in the Paleolithic ruins of Jeongok-ri, a historical site that rewrote the history of Paleolithic research in the world with the discovery of the first Acheulean hand ax in East Asia. Centered on Paleolithic relics such as an Acheulean hand ax excavated from the Jeongok-ri Paleolithic site, the exhibition space is composed of relics of various themes to systematically understand human evolution and Paleolithic culture.

Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground (한탄강관광지 오토캠핑장)

Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground (한탄강관광지 오토캠핑장)

18.3 Km    0     2024-02-06

76 Seonsa-ro, Jeongok-eup, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

The Hantangang Tourist Area Auto Campground stands as Korea's first camping facility that aligns with international standards, offering caravans, cabin houses, and an auto campground. The site is well-equipped with amenities like a convenience store, sink and table rooms, shower facilities, recycling areas, and play areas for children. Visitors can relish the stunning vistas of the Hantangang River and engage in a range of recreational activities, including ATV riding, kayaking, and rafting.

Gungmangbong Recreational Forest (Pocheon) (국망봉자연휴양림 (포천))

Gungmangbong Recreational Forest (Pocheon) (국망봉자연휴양림 (포천))

18.4 Km    19787     2020-05-19

207-28, Neumbawi-gil, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-2234-5522

Gungmangbong Recreational Forest is situated to the west of Sillobong Peak and Gukmangbong Peak. Within the recreation forest there are around 170 kinds of plants including nut pine trees, pine trees, and others. Visitors can enjoy with cool valley in summer and the beautiful snowy landscape of the mountains in winter.

Hantangang River Resort (한탄강 관광지)

18.4 Km    38821     2021-12-14

76, Seonsa-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-833-0030

The area surrounding the Hantangang River is filled with countless volcanic rocks from past volcanic activity. These rocks are basaltic, and are commonly called gombo (a face with chicken pox marks) rock because they are covered with small holes that form from air bubbles when volcanic lava cools rapidly. The surrounding scenery of the Hantangang River area is truly breathtaking and is also the site of a famous amusement park. The Hantangang River Resort, located in the lower region of the Hantangang River, stretches along 1.5 kilometers of the river's shore between the Saranggyo Bridge and the Hantangyo Bridge in Jeongok-ri, Yeoncheon-gun. The Hantangang River flows from the Pyeonggang River in North Korea and through through Cheorwon, Pocheon and Yeoncheon and eventually joins the Imjingang River. The river features many scenic points including a large valley with cliffs that consist of many rare rocks. The resort is a great place for rest and relaxation, and has facilities for the whole family, maintaining campsites for cars and motor homes, a dinosaur-themed Children’s Character Park, Children’s Transportation Land, a water park, an ecological pond, and a soccer field. Additionally, the Goseokjeong Pavilion and Sundam Valley are located nearby upstream.

Yeoncheon Paleolithic Festival (연천 구석기축제)

Yeoncheon Paleolithic Festival (연천 구석기축제)

18.4 Km    18565     2023-04-13

1510, Yangyeon-ro, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-70-8806-5511

The Yeoncheon Paleolithic Festival takes place in Jeongok-ri in Yeoncheon, where relics of the Paleolithic Age still exist. This festival explores Korea's paleolithic history through games and educational programs to provide a great opportunity for international visitors to discover Korea’s prehistoric cultures. Moreover, this festival is a great event for families, since children can learn about paleolithic cultures, farming village lifestyles, and take part in traditional cultural programs.

Gapyeong Baengnyeonsa Temple (백련사(가평))

Gapyeong Baengnyeonsa Temple (백련사(가평))

18.5 Km    29313     2021-05-15

159-50, Saemgol-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-585-3855

Baengnyeonsa Temple is surrounded by mountains, as it is located off Yongmunsan, Myeongjisan, and Daegeumsan Mountains. On each side of the temple, one can also find Unaksan Mountain as well as Cheonmasan Mountain. In addition, just behind the temple are Chungnyeongsan Mountain and Seorisan Mountain.

This temple was built relatively recently, so the temple only has a few cultural treasures. However, as compared to the average temple in Korea, it is distinguished by its well-designed and refined architectures. The decorations in the temple are simple, with no overly vibrant colors nor complicated designs so as to help in seeking peace and inspiration.

The temple is also known for its hiking trails and beautiful scenery offered by the surrounding mountains.

Pocheon Jainsa Temple (자인사(포천))

Pocheon Jainsa Temple (자인사(포천))

18.5 Km    12271     2021-07-15

808, Sanjeonghosu-ro, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-532-6141

Jainsa Temple in Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do, lies deep within the rugged cliffs of Myeongseongsan Mountain with a large smiling Buddhist statue welcoming the visitors. The temple also has various statues, stone pagodas, and spring water known for delicious taste.