⛰️Outdoor · National Parks

Korea's first national park (1967). Massive mountain range centered on Cheonwangbong (1,915m).

Historic national park preserving Silla Kingdom heritage — Tohamsan, Namsan, Bulguksa, Seokguram.

Ridges resembling a rooster crest. Ancient temples Gapsa and Donghaksa nestled among valleys.

Marine park along Hallyeosudo strait from Yeosu to Geoje. South coast's premier island archipelago.

Quintessential rocky mountain centered on Daecheongbong (1,708m). UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Dramatic rock formations at Munjangdae and Cheonwangbong. Home to historic Beopjusa Temple.

South Korea's highest peak (1,950m). Shield volcano, UNESCO World Heritage site.

Korea's autumn foliage mecca. Striking rock peaks contrast with crimson maples.

Centered on Sangwangbong (1,430m). Home to Haeinsa Temple housing the Tripitaka Koreana.

Highland range around Hyangjeokbong (1,614m). Winter wonderland of snow and rime.

Gentle ridges around Birobong (1,563m). Historic temples Woljeongsa and Sangwonsa.

Vertical cliffs and waterfall chains. Often called "Korea's Zhangjiajie".

West coast ria shore and 132 islands. Famous for coastal walking trails.

Korea's largest national park. Protected marine area of 1,700+ islands in the southwest sea.

Rare urban national park. Granite peaks centered on Baegundae (836m).

Rugged rocky mountain around Birobong (1,288m). Known for the pheasant folk tale.

Yeongbong (1,097m) overlooking Chungju Lake. Ink-painting landscapes of upper Namhan River.

Gentle ridges and vast grasslands around Birobong (1,439m). Royal azalea in spring, rime in winter.

Peninsula park where coast and mountain meet. Sea cliffs and salt flats are highlights.

Dense rocky peaks around Cheonhwangbong (809m). Smallest park by area, densest by rocks.

Columnar joints of Cheonwangbong (1,187m). Accessible from Gwangju city center.

Korea's 22nd national park. Gentle earth-mountain ridges and yew groves around Janggunbong (1,567m).