Seoraksan Osaek Jujeongol Valley (설악산 오색주전골)

15.2Km 2024-02-29

Yaksu-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-672-2883

Osaek Jujeongol Valley in Seoraksan Mountain is renowned for its vibrant autumn maple leaves. The area features a 7-kilometer trail stretching from Oksaek Mineral Spring to Yongsopokpo Falls, accessible to all visitors. The valley boasts stunning scenery, with a mix of valleys and rock formations. When the autumn leaves begin to change colors, the landscape turns into a breathtaking masterpiece.

Osaek Mineral Spring (오색약수터)

15.4Km 2022-12-22

Osaek-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-672-2883

Osaek Mineral Spring is situated 20 kilometers west of Yangyang and 7.5 kilometers southeast from Hangyeryeong Pass. The water, which springs from three base rocks by a brook, is carbonated and rich in iron. Up to 1,500 liters of iron-rich water spring out on a daily basis. Osaek became well known due to the splendid landscape leading up to the mineral spring and its location on the way to the summit of Seoraksan Mountain.

Osaek Sikdang (오색식당)

15.6Km 2024-02-16

58-120 Daecheongbong-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
033-672-3180

Situated by the Osaegyaksuteo Mineral Spring on Seoraksan Mountain, Osaek Sikdang is celebrated for its Yaksu gamasot jeongsik (dish cooked in a cast-iron pot set menu), which is uniquely prepared using mineral spring water from Seoraksan Mountain. The iron content in the water gives the rice a distinctive, almost blue hue. Another popular item on the menu is the Sanchae jeongsik (wild vegetable dish set menu), comprising about 12 side dishes made with seasonal wild vegetables harvested from Seoraksan Mountain, offering a taste that varies with the seasons.

Osaek Greenyard Hotel (오색그린야드호텔)

15.8Km 2025-10-23

34 Daecheongbong-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-670-1004 / +82-33-670-1000

Osaek Greenyard Hotel not only has accommodations, but also runs hot springs facilities and immunity-boosting programs, making it a place for healthful rest. The hotel was chosen as one of the nine 'Recommended Wellness Tourist Sites in 2020' by the Korea Tourism Organization. Sitting in a forest in Seoraksan Mountain (647 meters above sea level), the hotel is dedicated to promoting health through clear air, naturally occurring hot springs in Seoraksan Mountain, and various wellness programs. The highlights of the hotel are the two different hot springs: the high-temperature alkali spring naturally emerging from the mountain's Osaengnyeong (Hangyeryeong) Pass (650 meters above sea level); and the 27-degree Celsius carbonated spring, developed by the hotel, drawn from 470 meters underground. Soak yourself in the hot spring, then lie on the 50-degree Celsius stone bed for a detoxifying thermal therapy (called Rock Wave Bath). This will allow you to enjoy leisure hours while boosting your immunity. There are four types of guest rooms, ranging from a standard room for two guests, to the Osaek Suite for six. The wellness packages are also intriguing. The One Day Healing Package offers different types of hot springs, hot jjim (sauna) yoga programs, and healthy meals. The Holon Immunity Boosting Wellness Package features accommodations, hot springs, and healing programs. Visitors can choose among various packages depending on their preference.

Osaek Green Yard Hotel (오색탄산온천)

16.0Km 2023-10-27

34 Daecheongbong-gil, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

Osaek Green Yard Hotel offers Holon Immunity Wellness, a health experience that focuses on Holon immunity, wellbeing, happiness, and fitness. The hotel is located in a forest at an altitude of 647 m, perfect for rest and relaxation. The hotel also uses natural mineral water with a 21.5-23% higher concentration of oxygen for speedy recovery. Guests can enjoy the view of Seoraksan National Park from their rooms.

Wondae Makguksu (원대막국수)

16.0Km 2024-02-16

1113 Jajangnamusup-gil, Inje-eup, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do

Located near the Wondae-ri Birch Forest, this noodle restaurant is known for its makguksu (buckwheat noodles), characterized by chewy noodles in a cool and tangy broth. Other menu items include gomchwi suyuk (boiled pork slices with Fischer’s ragwort), incorporating Inje's specialty, Fischer’s ragwort, and crispy gamja jeon (potato pancake). The restaurant takes pride in milling its own buckwheat and uses a specific quantity of this freshly milled buckwheat to craft the noodles, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish.

Seoraksan Heullimgol Valley (설악산 흘림골)

16.2Km 2024-02-16

San1-71, Osaek-ri, Seo-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

Yangyang’s Heullimgol Valley, named for its cloud-like, foggy appearance due to the surrounding high mountains and deep valleys, offers a spectacular view and serves as the gateway to Deungseondae. This spot provides an expansive view of the southern side of Seoraksan Mountain. Notable sites near Heullimgol Valley include Yeosimpokpo Falls, Deungseondae, Deungseonpokpo Falls, Geumgangmun Gate, and Jujeongol Valley. Access to Heullimgol Valley is strictly limited to 5,000 visitors per day, with entry based on time reservations. Therefore, visitors must make a reservation through the Korea National Park Service's reservation system before visiting.

Seoraksan Daecheongbong Peak (설악산 대청봉)

16.6Km 2024-02-29

1 Daecheongbong-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-672-2883

Standing at 1,708 meters above sea level, Daecheongbong is the highest peak of Seoraksan Mountain. It is the third highest peak in South Korea, after Hallasan Mountain (1,950 meters) and Jirisan Mountain (1,915 meters). The peak is a home to a variety of alpine species, including dwarf pine, Korean rosebay, and Erman's Birch, and its summit offers breathtaking views. The shortest of Seoraksan's hiking trails is the Osaek course (Osaek-Seorak Falls-Daecheongbong), which takes about four hours.

Wondae-ri Birch Forest (Whispering Birch Forest) (원대리 자작나무 숲(속삭이는 자작나무 숲))

19.4Km 2025-10-23

760 Jajangnamusup-gil, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
+82-33-460-8036

Wondae-ri Birch Forest near Inje-eup is an exemplar of natural eco-tourism, established by planting 690,000 birch trees across 138 hectares from 1974 to 1995. Today, 25 hectares of this expansive area serve as a forest experience center tailored for children. Two main trails are available: the Wonjeong Forest Trail, with an 80-minute walking time, and the shorter Wondae Forest Trail, taking about an hour to traverse. The trails lead hikers through a dense forest of birch trees, some over two decades old, whose stark white trunks reach skyward, creating an ethereal atmosphere. This forest not only offers a journey through its unique ecosystem but also provides aesthetic pleasure and educational opportunities, securing its status as a distinguished eco-tourism site in Inje-gun.
In winter, the snow-blanketed landscape alongside the stark white birches creates a picturesque tableau, making it a favored spot for photography. For families, especially those with children, the forest is a treasure trove of educational fun, with activities available at the Children’s Forest Experience Center, including Forest Classroom and Indian House, fostering a connection with nature.

Note: Some areas may close temporarily to prevent forest fires and preserve the ecosystem, so please check availability before visiting.

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This location was the romantic date spot for Jin-ah (played by Son Ye-jin) and Joon-hee (played by Jung Hae-in) in the TV series "Something in the Rain." It also served as the setting for a sorrowful farewell for Crown Prince Lee Chang (played by Ju Ji-hoon) in "Kingdom 2." Both scenes, filmed in winter, highlighted the stunning beauty of the snow-covered landscape.

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