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Myeongjisan County Park  (명지산 군립공원)

Myeongjisan County Park (명지산 군립공원)

0m    46581     2021-04-16

Baekdun-ro 650beon-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-582-0103

Standing at 1,267 meters above sea level, Myeongjisan Mountain is the second highest mountain in Gyeonggi-do after Hwaaksan Mountain. It is a popular destination all year round, as it offers plenty of resting areas with splendid views of the surrounding nature.

In addition, Myeongjigyegok Valley, spanning 30 kilometers, is a great outdoor picnic spot, while the trail from Sangpan-ri to Ikgeun-ri is the most preferred hiking trail on the mountain.

Myeongjigyegok Valley (명지계곡)

Myeongjigyegok Valley (명지계곡)

3.2 Km    89474     2020-09-15

Jeongmok-ri, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-580-2114

Myeongjigyegok Valley stretches eastward from the summit of Myeongjisan Mountain (alt. 1,267 m), the second highest mountain in Gyeonggi-do. The entrance to the valley offers several convenient amenities, including restaurants, public restrooms, and accommodations. In the valley itself, clean water powerfully cascades over rocks. Forests line both sides of the valley entrance, and a trail leads to Seungcheonsa Temple. Myeongjipokpo Falls, nearly an hour's walk from the valley entrance, is just 7~8 meters high, but is extremely beautiful in fall.

Yeoninsan Provincial Park (연인산도립공원)

Yeoninsan Provincial Park (연인산도립공원)

3.8 Km    16874     2018-10-25

Buk-myeon, Ha-myeon, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8008-8140

The source of Yongchu Falls, Mount Yeoninsan (연인산) stands at 1,068 meters above sea level and features soft terrain and beautiful scenery. Local folklore has it that those coming to the mountain wishing for true love will have their dreams come true.

The soil of Mount Yeoninsan is fertile, offering a great natural environment for a variety of flowers and trees. Numerous types of wild flowers thrive from early spring to late autumn. The trail connecting Mount Yeoninsan with mounts Myeongjisan, Cheonggyesan, and Gwimokbong remains relatively unspoiled by human influence: cooking and camping in the area is strictly forbidden. All the mountains in the trail are over 1,000 meters high. A defining feature of Mount Yeoninsan is the royal azaleas that bloom in late May. The County of Gapyeong celebrates the royal azalea by hosting the Mount Yeoninsan (Natural Ecology) Festival in May of each year.

Also ideal for hiking, Mount Yeoninsan offers a number of trails: one starts from Buk-myeon in Baekdun-ri, one from Mail-ri, and one from Yongchu Valley. With a minimum of climbing, hikers can take in a variety of scenic views, ranging from the bloom of the royal azaleas in the spring to the beauty of the changing leaves in the fall.

Miramonti Pool Villa Pension[Korea Quality] / 가평미라몬티풀빌라펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

Miramonti Pool Villa Pension[Korea Quality] / 가평미라몬티풀빌라펜션[한국관광 품질인증]

6.0 Km    0     2023-06-10

1364-59 , Gahwa-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Miramonti Pool Villa Pension is located in Buk-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do and has beautiful mountain views to the front and back. There is one private pension and three pool villa pensions. The private pension has five rooms and four bathrooms and can accommodate up to 30 group guests. There is a private outdoor swimming pool in the front yard and an indoor jungle gym. Pool villas are all two-story structures equipped with a lukewarm indoor pool. The rooms are equipped with a kitchen, a barbecue area, and a bathtub. Nearby tourist attactions include Nami Island and Petite France.

Yongchugyegok Valley (용추계곡)

Yongchugyegok Valley (용추계곡)

7.2 Km    0     2024-02-14

223 San, Seungan-ri, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Located in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, this picturesque valley takes its source from the 900-meter high Kalbongsan Mountain, winding around Ongnyeobong Peak. Stretching over 24 km, it is home to nine remarkable sights, earning it the nicknames "Nine Okgye Valleys" and "Nine Yongchu Valleys." Blanketed by pine nut forests, the valley’s clear waters flow past rocky walls and ridges, forming natural pools along its course. A notable highlight is the 5-meter tall Yongchupokpo Falls about 6 kilometers upstream, accompanied by a legend of a dragon’s ascent to heaven; a deep groove in the adjacent sloping rock is believed to be the dragon’s resting spot. Flanked by Yumyeongsan, Jungmisan, and Eobisan Mountains, the valley offers an excellent short hiking route for a half-day excursion.

Jomurakgyegok Valley (조무락계곡)

7.7 Km    29141     2020-02-05

Jomurakgol-gil, Buk-myeon Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-580-8830

Jomurakgyegok Valley's river flows between Seongnyongsan Mountain, Jeongmok-ri, Buk-myeon and Jungbong Peak of Hwaaksan Mountain in Buk-myeon.
The water runoff from the two mountains flows into Jomurakgol Valley. Jomurakgyegok Valley and Domacheon Stream (from Sampal-gyo Bridge and Kookmangbong Peak) flow into Gapyeongcheon Stream.
The valley's name means to watch birds sing and dance, and calls to mind the phrase 'Jomuljomul,' which means the shape of touching something with small hands.

Kalbongsan Recreational Forest (칼봉산자연휴양림)

Kalbongsan Recreational Forest (칼봉산자연휴양림)

9.4 Km    39593     2021-03-26

454, Gyeongbanan-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-8078-8061

Kalbongsan Recreational Forest is located between Gyeongbangyegok Valley, famous for Surakpokpo Falls, and Yongchugyegok Valley, famous for Yongchupokpo Falls. The forest is a popular summer vacation spot for families due to the pure natural environment. Kalbongsan Mountain also provides many trekking paths.

Greencamp Youth Hostel (그린캠프유스호스텔)

Greencamp Youth Hostel (그린캠프유스호스텔)

9.5 Km    8001     2020-03-26

729-64, Hwaaksan-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-5304

Located only an hour away from Seoul, Greencamp Youth Hostel is surround by nature. Perfect for weekend gateaway, the hostel offers both family and group accomodation.

Sun Hill Golf Club (썬힐 골프클럽)

Sun Hill Golf Club (썬힐 골프클럽)

9.7 Km    9218     2022-08-25

809, Unakcheonggye-ro, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-585-7900

Located halfway up Unaksan Mountain, also known as the small Seoraksan of Gyeonggi-do, Sun Hill Golf Club has four beautifully designed courses (Sun, Valley, Pine and Hill courses with 9 holes each) that combine to give a total of 36 holes and a 9-hole Par 3 golf course. The golf resort boasts of the best quality green fields and beautiful natural scenery all throughout the year. The Sun Course and the Valley Course offer golfers the choice between a Par 72 and Par 73 with a total length of 14,000 yards, the first of its kind in Korea.

Close to nature and eco-friendly at the same time, the golf course has been designed so that one can enjoy a spectacular view of the golf course. The golf club also has 53-room Golf Village with a service comparable to a five-star hotel, allowing golfers to enjoy their weekends with the family.

Gapyeong Hyeonam Agricultural Heritage Museum (가평현암농경유물박물관)

Gapyeong Hyeonam Agricultural Heritage Museum (가평현암농경유물박물관)

9.9 Km    24230     2022-09-01

13, Seokjangmoru-gil, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-581-0612

Situated in Buk-myeon, Gyeonggi-do, Gapyeong Hyeonam Agricultual Heritage Museum was established by Gyeonggi-do Gapyeong Office of Education. It is situated inside Gapyeongbuk Middle School, making it easy to visit for anyone interested in learning about the wisdom and spirit of Koreans' ancestors as well as the development of Korea's traditional culture. It mainly displays farming relics and is comprised of five halls.