Geumdanggyegok Valley (금당계곡)

0m 38798 2021-07-29

766-2, Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-330-2771

Geumdanggyegok Valley, located upstream of the Pyeongchanggang River, is a gorge between three different districts of Bongpyeong-myeon, Yongpyeong-myeon and Daehwa-myeon, just west of Geumdangsan Mountain (1,173 m). Geumdanggyegok Valley is an impressive site with sections of both gentle and fast flowing valley waters. From late March through April full-blown azalea covers the mountainsides and valleys providing visitors with a refreshing spring scent.

To reach Geumdanggyegok Valley, travel down along the Pyeongchanggang River from Jangpyeong or trek up the valley from Anmi Elementary School. Coming down to Pyeongchang-eup from Daehwa-myeon area, visitors will encounter an intersection called, “Saechugeori”. The intersection has two parts: Sanganmi and Haanmiri and a sign indicating the Geumdanggyegok Valley entrance. Across the valley, odd-shaped rock formations and cliffs appear one after another along the river. The area is a native habitat for a species of otter (Natural Treasure No. 330) and a favorite spot for catching catfish.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field (장암산 활공장)

9.7 Km 18588 2022-06-27

129, Jangamdong-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-332-2625

Paragliding is controlled by the power of body weight. Hang gliding and paragliding are both included in manpowered gliders, which refers to gliders weighing less than 50 kilograms in dead weight. Paragliding has the shortest history among air sports, but is the most popular manpower glider.

Anyone can enjoy paragliding and after a 3 to 4-hour training course, participants can take off from a 50 meter steep hill. The total weight of the glide is just 10 kilograms, light enough to carry on one’s back, and carries very little danger if riders follow proper precautions.

Jangamsan Paragliding Field is located near Pyeongchang and the mountain is mainly comprised of stones, making it possible for people to enjoy a real thermal flight experience. The field is suitable for families who wish to enjoy camping with paragliding. The landing field is situated along the Pyeongchanggang River, which is also available for swimming after the flight. The river has a spacious pool on both upstream and downstream, making it a perfect venue for safety clinic education as well.

Jeonggangwon - Traditional Korean Food Culture Experience Center (정강원 (한국전통음식문화체험관))

9.9 Km 28797 2020-06-29

2010-13, Geumdanggyegok-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-333-1011

Jeonggangwon - Traditional Korean Food Culture Experience Center was established in order to preserve, research, distribute and promote the values and merits of traditional Korean food culture in the world. There are various hands-on facilities for traditional food culture such as an exhibition hall, cooking room, and a fermentation room. The center is a great place for anyone who wants to learn more about traditional Korean food culture and take part in various experiences.

Cheongtaesan National Recreational Forest (국립 청태산자연휴양림)

10.1 Km 43517 2022-09-06

610, Cheongtaesan-ro, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-343-9707

The 1,200-meter-high Cheongtaesan Mountain is a mountain where planted and naturally growing trees flourish in harmony, creating dense forests that provide a habitat for woodland creatures. In the summer, the forest is a convenient stopover for vacationers headed for the East Coast and both children and adults can enjoy learning about the local ecology at the Forest Education Facility.

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon (국립횡성숲체원)

11.0 Km 46950 2023-12-07

777 Cheongtaesan-ro, Dunnae-myeon, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Hoengseong National SoopCheWon is located 850 meters above sea level on Cheongtaesan Mountain. It is Korea's first national forest education center to be opened and operated by the Korea Forest Welfare Institute. Follow the Neulsolgil trail along the nut pine trees to reach the Forest Healing Center to experience the wellness programs available for visitors of all ages. Visitors can also enjoy nature to the fullest by catching glimpses of small wild animals like squirrels and pine cones among the trees. There's also a creek by the birch forest and a walking deck suited for visitors of all ages and wheelchair users.

Hanwha Resort Pyeongchang (한화리조트 평창)

12.1 Km 16850 2021-03-16

228-33, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-334-6100

Nestled at the foot of Taegisan Mountain, Hanhwa Resort Pyeongchang is comprised of ski slopes, a horseback-riding facility, swimming, hiking and other leisure sports facilities available all year round. In addition, it houses a golf club, tour gondola, aroma health care center, walking paths, sauna, banquet hall, bowling site, arcade, convenience stores, pharmacy, and other convenient facilities.

Phoenix Snow Park (휘닉스 스노우파크)

12.3 Km 178573 2024-02-14

200 Taegi-ro, Bongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-2828

With a 5-star hotel, condominium buildings, ski slopes, and a top-class golf course, the mountain resort complex of Phoenix Park provides various recreational and amusement facilities for a great vacation. The resort is located approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes from Seoul in Pyeongchang, Gangwon State. Pyeongchang is a major winter sports region in Korea and was the host city of the 2018 Winter Games.

The resort has a total of 21 slopes and eight lifts, a gondola, and six conveyor belts to access the ski school slope and half-pipe. Phoenix Snow Park is an environmentally friendly resort, created with the minimum possible disruption to surrounding nature.

Phoenix Pyeongchang Condo (휘닉스 평창 콘도)

12.5 Km 14354 2021-04-28

174, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1577-0069

Located in Pyeongchang at 700 meters above sea level, Phoenix Pyeongchang Condo consists of three condominium buildings and four villas. In particular, the Sky Condo has 28 stories making it the highest condo in Korea. The condos are equipped with subsidiary facilities such as a swimming pool and more, all of which are connected by an underpass so that the guests may use them regardless of the weather.

The condominium has become a famous tourist accommodation after appearing in the popular Korean drama, "My Heart (2000)." The resort is equipped with a swimming pool, bowling alley, billiards, aroma massage, convenience store, souvenir shop, arcade, pharmacy, photo studio, and more. Up-to-date facilities and services aim to provide a relaxing experience for guests.

Phoenix Pyeongchang Youth Hostel (휘닉스평창 유스호스텔)

12.7 Km 17232 2021-07-28

174, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-2828

Opened in 2002, Phoenix Pyeongchang Youth Hostel is a 5-story, 76-room facility, able to accommodate up to 1,000 guests. Rooms come with restrooms, and a public restroom is also available on each floor, perfect for vacation and field trips. The hostel is also close to the slopes, for convenient access. Additional facilities include a swimming pool, bowling alley, billiards room, aroma massage, convenience store, game arcade, pharmacy, and more. Phoenix Pyeongchang Youth Hostel was created in harmony with nature with completely equipped facilities and systems to enchance the participants' program needs while putting the safety of its guests first at all times.

Phoenix Blue Canyon (휘닉스 블루캐니언)

12.7 Km 41929 2023-04-17

174, Taegi-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-1588-2828

Phoenix Blue Canyon is a leisure water park that uses pure water from deep valleys amid the fresh air of Gangwon-do. It features Mediterranean-style water facilities, comprised of various resting areas and water rides.

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