Muju Gucheong-dong Special Tourist Zone (무주구천동관광특구)

3.6 Km 19625 2024-04-07

Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-320-2114

At the heart of the Muju Gucheondong Special Tourist Zone is Muju Gucheondong Valley. The outer parts of Deogyusan National Park and the mountain’s natural recreation forest are also part of the special tourist zone.

The 30-kilometer-long Muju Gucheondong Valley is located to the north of Deogyusan National Park. The calm and soothing sound of the water flowing through a lush forest make this a great summer destination. The 33 scenic points of Gucheondong include Eunguam Rock, Haksodae Falls, Waryongdam Pond, Gucheon Waterfall and Yeonhwa Waterfall. In the summer, visitors can see the rare sight of fireflies in their natural habitat. The fall foliage in autumn and the winter snowscape are also quite exquisite.

Within the vicinity of Muju Gucheondong is Muju Resort. The resort complex is made up of a family hotel, resort condominium and various recreational facilities where visitors can enjoy skiing, hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Visitors can take the gondola from the resort all the way up to Deogyusan Mountain’s Seolcheonbong Peak (1,520 meters). From, there, they can easily reach the summit at Hyangjeokbong Peak (1,614 meters).

Taekwondowon, located near the Muju Gucheondong Special Tourist Zone, offers a hands-on Taekwondo experience program. Those who are interested in learning Taekwondo can take part in a 1-day program which includes a Taekwondo demonstration, a Taekwondo class (basic movements), and board breaking.

[Muju Gucheondong Special Tourist Zone]
Areas Covered: Mupung-myeon (Samgoe-ri) and Seolcheon-myeon (Samgong-ri and Simgok-ri) in Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Area size: 7,610,000 ㎡
Tourist Attractions: Deogyusan National Park, 33 Scenic Views of Muju, Gucheondong Valley, Muju Resort, forest park, Taekwondowon, Muju Hyanggyo (Confucian school), Baengnyeonsa Temple, Jeoksansanseong Fortress, etc.

Gucheondonggyegok Valley (구천동계곡)

3.6 Km 15814 2024-04-07

159, Gucheondong 1-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-3174

Gucheondonggyegok Valley is located within Deogyusan National Park approximately 25 kilometers from Rajetongmun Gate, the entrance of the valley. The valley is famous for its 33 scenic points including Sushimdae Cliff, Gucheonpokpo Falls and Yeonhwapokpo Falls. The valley is popular all year round with cool shade in summer, fall foliage in fall and a snowy landscape in winter.

Deogyusan National Park (Main, Jeoksang Section) (덕유산국립공원 (본소,적상분소))

3.6 Km 26888 2024-04-07

159, Gucheondong 1-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-3174

The area of Deogyusan National Park stretches out from the southern ridges of Sobaeksan Mountain, covering regions within four different counties in Gyeongsangnam-do and Jeollabuk-do. The park is nestled in Deogyusan Mountain, Korea's 4th tallest mountain with the summit reaching an elevation of 1,614 meters. The mountain is blessed with a 36-kilometer valley dotted with several scenic points, ponds, and waterfalls.

The mountain contains prestigious cultural heritages, such as Jeoksangsanseong Fortress (Historic Site No. 146) and the Hanging Painting of Anguksa Temple (Treasure No. 1267) to name a few. It is also home to diverse wildlife animals and plants. The mountain's beauty can be enjoyed all year round, with royal azaleas in spring, a colony of daylilies in summer, colorful autumn foliage in fall, and a white snowy mountain vista in winter.

Hangukgwan (한국관)

3.7 Km 25178 2024-04-07

87, Gucheondong 1-ro, Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
063-322-0891

Located in the food street of Gucheondonggyegok Valley, Hangukgwan is a local food restaurant with the signature dish pyogobeoseot gukbap (shiitake mushrooms and rice soup). They serve soups such as tojong nyakchae baeksuk (whole chicken soup with medicinal herbs), beoseot jeongol (mushroom hot pot), and dakdoritang (spicy braised chicken), and meals such as deodeokgui jeongsik (grilled deodeok set menu), sanchae bibimbap (wild vegetable bibimbap), and pyogobeoseot gukbap (shiitake mushrooms and rice soup). The meal is accompanied by nine different side dishes, all of which are based on fresh herbs.

Deogyusan Leisure Biketel [Korea Quality] / 무주 덕유산 레저바이크텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

3.8 Km 4474 2024-04-07

968 , Gucheondong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-2882, +82-10-6235-8587

Muju Deogyusan Leisure Biketel, in Gucheon-dong, Muju, Jeonbuk-do, has been remodelled by the Muju-gun office to cater for MTB riders and other leisure sports enthusiasts. As well as lodgings, the Biketel offers bike-tourist information, space for bike-maintenance, and a sales point for local specialties. Regular guest rooms are 10,000 won per person, while larger, shared rooms are available for groups and families.

MUJU Resortel [Korea Quality] / mujuresortel(무주리조텔) [한국관광 품질인증]

4.5 Km 1084 2024-04-07

878 , Gucheondong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-0770

Muju Resortel nestles among the mountains of Deogusan National Park, where the high altitude sharpens appreciation of the beautiful scenery, the quiet sounds of the valley and the clean freshness of the air. Rooms are modern in style and clean, with high-quality bedding for a comfortable sleep. Walkers and winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy a hearty breakfast here, while a Korean restaurant is available during non-breakfast hours.

Seolguk pension [Korea Quality] / 설국 [한국관광 품질인증]

4.5 Km 4047 2024-04-07

9-7 , Wonsamgong 2-gil, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-324-2220

Seolguk is a pension-type resort in Seolcheon-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do. The 3-story is built of wood and looks its best when it fits with nature in the snowy winter. The hotel well located for leisure sports as there is a ski resort 3 minutes away, as well as a nearby walking course with views of Deogyusan mountain. Most of the rooms are double-decker structures.

Chiryeongyegok Valley (칠연계곡)

6.0 Km 19500 2024-04-07

608, Chiryeon-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-323-0577

Chiryeongyegok Valley is situated behind Tongan Village in Anseong-myeon near Deogyusan Mountain. While not as famous as the valley in Gucheon-dong, the valley boasts a beautiful array of waterfalls, oddly shaped rocks, and ponds. The best known attraction is Chiryeonpokpo Falls, meaning “seven falls connected to pools.” There, pure water flows gently, moving from one pool to the next.

Muju Tovice Condominium (토비스콘도 무주)

6.8 Km 10184 2024-04-07

350 Gucheondong-ro, Mupung-myeon, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-6411

Muju Tovice Condominium offers guestrooms in a variety of sizes, as well as many amenities. There are many historical and natural attractions in the surrounding area.

Moonriver [Korea Quality] / 문리버펜션 [한국관광 품질인증]

6.9 Km 221 2024-04-07

289-4 , Gucheondong-ro, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-322-7009, +82-10-2004-0738

Moon River Pension in Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, is an eco-friendly log-built pension on the edge of the majestic Deogyusan Mountain. In summer, guests can sit at an outdoor table or play in the cool river, or take an evening stroll through Gucheondong Valley and likely meet fireflies. Deogyusan National Park and Muju Resort are 5-10 minutes away by car, and Taekwondo Park just 20 minutes away. The nearby Baekdudaegan Ecological Education Center in Geochang, with its Forest Experience Center for children, is great for families with youngsters.

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