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Yangpyeong Paragliding Park (양평패러글라이딩파크)

Yangpyeong Paragliding Park (양평패러글라이딩파크)

7.0 Km    1     2024-03-20

49 Dongmak-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Yangpyeong Paragliding Park is a place where one can fly freely in the sky at 862 m, the highest altitude available in Korea, and take a walk in the clouds. Tandem flights are available for two people as a group with a pilot, so anyone can enjoy a two-seat tandem flight safely. Visitors can choose from several courses, including a relaxing course flying without taking any photos, a couple course where two gliders fly close together, and a special course to learn how to pilot oneself. Aside from the relaxing course, all courses can take videos and photos, making it great for making memories. The duration is about 10 to 25 minutes. The park may be closed due to weather conditions such as rain or strong winds, so please check in advance before visiting.

Sanasagyegok Valley (사나사계곡)

Sanasagyegok Valley (사나사계곡)

7.6 Km    62524     2024-02-23

Yongcheon-ri, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Sanasagyegok Valley, located in Yongmunsan Mountain, is characterized by its ample x_width, crystal-clear water, and abundant water volume. The thick forests and slopes of Yongmunsan Mountain offer stunning views, attracting many visitors during the summer vacation period. Approximately 100m up from the valley's entrance is Hamwanghyeol Cave, associated with the legend of Hamwang, a fierce warlord from the Goryeo dynasty. Further up, the Buddhist Sanasa Temple can be found.

Hanwha Resort - Yangpyeong Sledding Park (양평한화리조트 눈썰매장)

Hanwha Resort - Yangpyeong Sledding Park (양평한화리조트 눈썰매장)

7.6 Km    15045     2019-06-17

188, Sinchon-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-772-3811

There are 3 slopes at Yangpyeong Hanwha Resort including the main slope (180 m in length, 80 m in x_width) and children’s slope. Yangpyeong Hanwha Resort provides convenience to family members with comfortable accommodation facilities as well as other convenient services that other resorts do not provide.

Hanwha Resort Yangpyeong (한화리조트 양평)

7.6 Km    11448     2020-08-13

188, Sinchon-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-772-3811

Hanwha Resort Yangpyeongis located at a quiet location on the foot of Jungmisan Mountain. The white building surrounded by the mountains looks very harmonious with the nature. Visitors can enjoy fresh air provided by the mountains to release stress and worries.

Yongmunsan Recreational Forest (용문산자연휴양림)

Yongmunsan Recreational Forest (용문산자연휴양림)

7.8 Km    33149     2021-06-01

78-14, Yaksusa-gil, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-4005

Yongmunsan Recreational Forest offers log cabins, camping sites, a multipurpose playground, walking paths, and hiking trails. The forest offers a great view of downtown Yangpyeong and blends well with the surrounding landscape. The hiking trail leading to Baegunbong Peak (940 meters) is recognized as one of the best trails in the area.

There are several hiking trails, all of which are relatively easy to walk on, and continuous work is underway to improve the trails. The forest is a popular destination in Yangpyeong and a treasure house of nature's beauty where visitors can observe diverse plants all year round.

Jungmisan Recreational Forest (중미산자연휴양림)

Jungmisan Recreational Forest (중미산자연휴양림)

9.2 Km    52616     2022-09-07

1152, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-771-7166

Jungmisan Recreational Forest unfolds at the end of a lovely drive along the famous Nongdachigogae Road, the highest ridge road in the vicinity of Seoul. The forest boasts a striking landscape of thick groves of trees and a view overlooking the Namhangang River. During some mornings, the forest’s log cabins are veiled by a thick fog, further adding to the beautiful natural ambience.

Rising 834 meters above sea level, Jungmisan Mountain is a popular sunrise destination frequented by throngs of hikers every year. Thick forests of pine trees create a rooftop of branches from spring to fall. Being surrounded by the tall mountains of Baegunsan, Yumyeongsan, and Yongmunsan, Jungmisan Mountain feels like it is in the inner mountainous region of Gangwon-do, although it is close to Seoul.

The forest has log cabins that can accommodate groups of 4 to 10 people as well as campsites that complement the surrounding natural environment. Visitors can enjoy a comfortable walk through the trees on a trail that winds through the heart of the forest.

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

Jungmisan Observatory (중미산 천문대)

9.2 Km    14222     2021-06-15

1268, Jungmisan-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-10-7244-3498

Situated only 40 minute's drive from Seoul, the Jungmisan Observatory is nestled within Jungmisan Recreational Forest 437 kilometers above sea level. In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, the main draw of this particular location is that there is no other place near Seoul as this forest where one can get an excellent view of the night sky. From Seoul, one might expect to see about three stars on a good day, while at the Jungmisan Observatory one can typically observe over 3,000 stars.

Jungmisan Observatory provides an experiential learning center that offers astronomy programs for children, including preschoolers. Children can gain a deeper understanding of space and basic astronomy through various programs, such as stargazing. In addition to the astronomy programs, the observatory also offers forest bathing, forest ecology, and insect learning programs along with the nearby recreational forest.

Seolmaejae Recreational Forest (설매재자연휴양림)

9.3 Km    46866     2020-12-03

510, Yongcheon-ro, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-774-6959

Seolmaejae Recreational Forest is located around Seolmaejae Pass, named for the apricot blossoms ('mae') that would bloom in the snow ('seol')-filled pass ('jae'). The forest is only an hour's drive out of Seoul, making it easily accessible for people looking to escape the city. The forest offers sections of pine trees, maple trees, royal azalea, and more beautiful flora, all visible along the various hiking paths. The park also connects with Yumyeongsan and Yongmunsan Mountains, and is close to Yongcheongyegok and Yumyeongsan Valleys.

Sono Moon Yangpyeong (소노문 양평 (구 대명리조트 양평))

9.5 Km    12343     2021-04-23

55, Sinnae-gil 7beon-gil, Gaegun-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Moon Yangpyeong offers visitors a relaxing accomodation along the Hangang River. With a total of 191 rooms and 20 different facilities, as well as 7 exhibition and seminar rooms, visitors can enjoy various activities while enjoying a relaxing vacation.

Baegunbong Peak (백운봉)

Baegunbong Peak (백운봉)

10.0 Km    16430     2018-07-07

Yeonsu-ri, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-773-5101

Baegunbong (alt. 940m) is a sharp pointed peak that sits on the border between Yangpyeong-eup and Okcheon-myeon in Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do Province. It is the highest of the peaks along the southern ridge of Yongmunsan Mountain (alt. 1,157m). The two most popular hiking trails along Baegunbong start at Yeonsu-ri in Yongmun-myeon and offer a relatively short hike to the summit.