Sinseongyegok Valley (신선계곡)

15.8Km 2024-02-08

712-1 Seongu-ri, Onjeong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Sinseongyegok Valley, located at the base of Baegamsan Mountain, is renowned for its crystal-clear waters. The valley is adorned with rugged cliffs and is densely forested with lush pine and oak trees. Its beauty is so enchanting that it earned the name Sinseongol, meaning 'Taoist Immortals' Valley', as it evokes the imagery of a mystical place where Taoist immortals might gather. Visitors exploring this scenic spot can follow wooden deck trails that weave through the changing terrain, leading them deep into the valley. In the vicinity, other notable tourist attractions include Eungbongsan Mountain, Gusan Beach, and the Geommasan Recreation Forest, each offering its unique natural beauty.

Yeongyang Birch Forest (영양 자작나무숲)

17.2Km 2024-02-23

39-1 Jukpa-ri, Subi-myeon, Yeongyang-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yeongyang Birch Forest was established in 1993 in the Jukpa-ri region of Geommasan Mountain. It boasts a scenic path meandering through the white birch tree trunks and a canopy of lush green leaves. The trail's gentle slope ensures a comfortable walk. Two different walking trails are available for visitors. Trail 1 is a 1.5 km journey beginning at the wooden bridge and culminating at the observatory deck. Trail 2, slightly longer at 1.52 km, starts from the first picnic area and also leads to the observatory deck.

Gusan Beach (구산해수욕장)

18.0Km 2024-02-08

Gusan-ri, Giseong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Gusan Beach, situated to the north of Wolsongjeong Pavilion, is a picturesque coastal spot stretching over 400 meters in length, with water depths reaching approximately two meters. This beach is celebrated for its clear waters, expansive stretches of white sand, gently sloping shores, and a surrounding lush pine forest, making it an ideal destination for family vacations. Visitors can enjoy swimming at the beach annually from mid-July to the end of August. Within the serene pine forest, visitors can find drinking fountains and campsites, offering a perfect setting for relaxation, shade, and forest bathing. In addition to the beach, the area boasts nearby attractions such as Wolsongjeong Pavilion, Aewolheon House, and the Myeonggyeseowon Confucian Academy.

Geommasan National Recreational Forest (국립 검마산자연휴양림 )

19.2Km 2021-12-23

191, Geommasan-gil, Yeongyang-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-682-9009

Situated in Subi-myeon in Yeongyang-gun, Geommasan National Recreational Forest abounds with phytoncide given off by the trees. This is a place where visitors can engage in programs to discipline the mind and body. The forest offers accommodation facilities, a place for observing indigenous plants, tent sites, outdoor decks, hiking trails, and various other convenience facilities.

Obo Beach (오보 해수욕장)

19.6Km 2025-01-10

1213 Yeongdeokdaege-ro, Yeongdeok-eup, Yeongdeok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Odo Beach, a white sand beach with shallow waters, stretches across 600 meters. During summer, visitors can rent boats and tubes to enjoy swimming, whereas, in other seasons, visitors can engage in sea-fishing and catch fish such as black seabream and olive flounder. Part of the Yeongdeok Blue Road D course, it is a great place for leisurely strolls and soaking in the beauty of both the sea and the surrounding mountains.

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