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On the Button (온더버튼)

13.0Km    2024-12-27

On the Button is known for its view overlooking Munamhaebyeon Beach. The cafe’s facade features a window wall that brings the beach into view. The parking lot is located at the back of the cafe, so visitors won’t have to worry about cars blocking the view. With its chic interior and space, the cafe is also popular for photography. All beverages at On the Button are served in reusable cups. Lids are provided upon request. The second floor is a rooftop space. Children are prohibited from accessing the space due to safety reasons. The cafe serves a wide range of menu items, from Latte Verde to Summer Latte, Marron Latte, Cafe Americano, Latte, and Einspanner. Nearby tourist sites include Cheonhakjeong Pavilion, Baekdo Beach, and Gyoamri Beach.

Songibeoseot Maeul (송이버섯마을)

13.3Km    2024-12-27

55-20 Namdaecheon-ro, Yangyang-eup, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

This restaurant serves a variety of dishes made with pine mushrooms. You can, for instance, enjoy songibeoseot jeongol (pine mushroom hot pot) with Korean beef in a shabu-shabu style. After eating the mushrooms and the beef, you can add noodles to the soup, which goes quite well with the broth, now richly infused with the flavors of pine mushrooms and Korean beef.

Susan Harbor (수산항)

13.5Km    2025-10-28

26-41 Susan 1-gil, Sonyang-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

The hub of yachting tourism in Gangwon State hosting national yacht competitions, the harbor is equipped with yacht clubhouses and mooring facilities. Yacht tours are available at affordable prices depending on the time of use. Admire the breathtaking views of the open sea and Seoraksan Mountain from the sea, just like Lee Know did in awe.

Bongjeongam Hermitage (Inje) (봉정암(인제))

15.5Km    2024-02-28

1700 Baekdam-ro, Buk-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do

Bongjeongam Hermitage, situated at the highest point of Seoraksan Mountain, stands at 1,244 meters above sea level. Due to its elevation, one can witness snow-covered landscapes well into late May. The temple is 10.6 kilometers from the entrance of Baekdamsa Temple and requires 4-5 hours of steep climbing to reach. The view from Bongjeongam Hermitage is breathtaking, but the view of Seoraksan Mountain from the Shrine of Sakyamuni Buddha's Sarira is equally unmissable.

Seorojae (서로재)

16.1Km    2025-10-29

118 Bongsudae-gil, Jugwang-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Seorojae is a beautiful accommodation with a name meaning "house which  greets the morning dew." Guests can relax in nature, enjoying the breeze blowing through the pine forest, and listen to the birds chirping in the trees while relaxing in the garden or using the outdoor bath.

Yangyang Dongho Beach (동호해변(양양))

16.1Km    2025-01-17

141-26, Dongho-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

This relatively small beach is located in Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do. It is 500 meters in length and 55 meters in x_width, and has an average depth of 1.2 meters. The beach is particularly known for its soft and fine sand, often considered to be the best on the east coast. Despite its excellent scenery and clear water, the beach is relatively obscure and peaceful. It is only open during the daytime between July and August. The pine trees surrounding the beach are protected areas, and visitors are prohibited from entering. Surfing is another draw of the beach, and the surf shop offers lessons and equipment rentals. Scuba diving is also available on site. An interesting insight into the folk tradition is “anchovy flinging,” a traditional method of catching anchovies that involve about 70 people working together to pull a big net from the sea to land. This experience is offered free of charge during the opening of the beach, and requires payment for periods outside the vacation season. Prior reservation is required through the official website. The beach enjoys excellent access from Yangyang International Airport and a 20-min ride from Yangyang city center. Dongho-ri Beach Campground, Seoraksan Mountain, and Osaek District can be found nearby.

Bongsudae Beach (봉수대해변)

16.4Km    2022-08-04

Oho-ri, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Bongsudae Beach is located 200 meters north of Sampo Beach and the white-sand coastline stretches along the side of National Road No. 7. This beach was opened in 1997, and remains relatively cleaner than other beaches. The beach is used as an auto-camping site in summer. The beach shore is only 800 meters long and 50 meters wide, but boasts clean and fine sand.

Songjiho Makguksu (송지호막국수)

16.8Km    2025-11-05

5866 Donghae-daero Jugwang-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Restaurants of‘In the Soop : Friendship trip’
In Gangwon-do, various cuisines using buckwheat have developed. One of the most popular menu items is probably the Buckwheat Noodles. Songjiho Makguksu, the place they go to eat in Episode 1 of In the Forest, was famous for its Buckwheat Noodles before filming. Buckwheat Noodles with plenty of Radish Water Kimchi, seasoning, and Perilla Oil, warm Mandu, and thin Potato Pancake will make a hearty meal during your trip.

Songjiho Beach (송지호 해수욕장)

17.3Km    2024-03-18

85 Simcheungsu-gil, Jugwang-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Located near Songjiho Lake, one of the most famous lagoons on the eastern coast of Korea, Songjiho Beach stretches 2 kilometers in length and is 100 meters wide. It is also located close to Seoraksan Mountain. The beach is quite popular, thanks to its clear water and shallow depth. The island just off the coast, Jukdo Island, features a handsome collection of bamboo trees and unique rock formations.    

Seoraksan Daecheongbong Peak (설악산 대청봉)

17.4Km    2024-02-29

1 Daecheongbong-gil, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

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.