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Best trails in Gyeryongsan National Park

Best trails in Gyeryongsan National Park

4.5(386 reviews)

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South Korea
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#6 of 22 national parks

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Gyeryongsan National Park, known as the 2nd National Park in Korea, is called "Rooster Dragon (Gyeryong)" due to its ridge line. The ridge line looks as if there is a dragon wearing the crest of a rooster on its head. Gyeryongsan is full of flora, fauna, and waterfalls. Stop by Yongmun Falls or Eunseon Falls for wonderful views.

Check out Gapsa Temple. It's a big temple built more than 1,000 years ago. Visitors are given a chance to see ancient historical and cultural resources such as Gapsa Dongjong, Gapsa Budo, Cheoldanggan, and Jiju. Gapsa Temple is famous for its beautiful autumn tint. Visit this course in autumn, and you will see colorful leaves!

Top trails

  1. #1 - Gyeryongsan: Sambulbong - Gwaneumbong Loop

    4.7(78)
    ·Hard
    ·6.2 mi
    ·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This trail begins at the magnificent Donghaksa Temple, one of Korea's most important historic temples for Buddhist nuns, which was first founded during the Silla Dynasty* The path is a climb up a beautiful, shady valley filled with native Korean pine trees. The trail becomes a rugged and rocky ridge walk, leading to Sambulbong Peak ("Three Buddha Peak"), named for its three knobs that resemble Buddhas. The trail climbs up narrow metal stairs and ladders to the peak. The reward for the climb...

  2. #2 - Gyeryongsan - Gwaneumbong - Sambulbong

    4.8(56)
    ·Hard
    ·6.1 mi
    ·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    This trail features a continuous, steep vertical gain and exposed terrain along the central ridge, connecting Gwaneumbong Peak and Sambulbong Peak. The path quickly transitions into a demanding ascent, characterized by steep metal staircases and uneven rock steps that climb onto the mountainside's prominent granite ridges. The main reward for the traverse is the panoramic view from the high ridge. Gwaneumbong Peak and Sambulbong Peak, named for their rocky knobs, provide unobstructed vistas...

  3. #3 - Donghaksa Temple - Gyeryongsan Gwaneumbong Peak

    4.4(47)
    ·Hard
    ·5.4 mi
    ·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Donghaksa Temple - Gyeryongsan Gwaneumbong Peak (동학사 - 계룡산 관음봉) As Korea's second biggest national park, it has various courses with various difficulties. Some of the most famous are the Birobong Course, Gapsa Course, Donghaksa Course, and Sambulbong Course. This course can start at Donghaksa Temple, which has a tranquil atmosphere with a beautiful view. The trail has many stairs with 585 wooden steps after the initial stone staircase. On the way up, there are some viewing points where you...

  4. #4 - Gyeryongsan Two Peaks Loop

    4.7(50)
    ·Hard
    ·5.8 mi
    ·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This trail winds through a deep forest of native Korean pine and oak trees. The path quickly transitions into a demanding ascent, characterized by steep metal staircases and uneven rock steps that climb onto the mountainside's prominent granite ridges. The main reward for the traverse is the panoramic view from the high ridge. Gyeryongsan is revered as a sacred and historically powerful mountain, and the high points offer unobstructed vistas of the entire national park, its unique geological...

  5. #5 - Gyeryongsan Gapsa Course

    4.6(43)
    ·Hard
    ·4.9 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Gyeryongsan Gapsa Course (계룡산 갑사 코스) This course stretches from Gapsa Parking Lot to Gapsa Temple and the top of Sambulbong Peak. The trail goes through Orisup Forest from Gapsa Parking Lot to Gapsa Temple. It is a big temple built more than 1,000 years ago. Visitors are given a chance to see ancient historical and cultural resources such as Gapsa Dongjong, Gapsa Budo, Cheoldanggan, and Jiju. Gapsa Temple is famous for its beautiful autumn tint. Visit this course in autumn, and you will...

  6. #6 - Cheonjeong Information Center - Sambulbong - Donghaksa Temple

    4.5(20)
    ·Hard
    ·3.4 mi
    ·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Cheonjeong Information Center - Sambulbong - Donghaksa Temple (천정탐방지원센터 - 삼불봉 - 동학사) As Korea's second biggest national park, it has courses with various difficulty levels. After parking in the Donghaksa parking lot (동학사 주차장), you can take a right to find the Cheonjeong Information Center (천정탐방로). The trail is lined with dense forest with a stream running along the trail, making for a cool hike. The trail is a mix of stone and dirt paths. There are many steep stairs from near Nammae Pagoda...

  7. #7 - Dodeokbong Loop

    4.6(14)
    ·Hard
    ·5.2 mi
    ·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Dodeokbong Loop (도덕봉) Gyeryongsan National Park (계룡산 국립공원) was the second national park designated in 1968, after Jirisan National Park (지리산 국립공원). This park is home to over 15 mountain peaks, waterfalls, and lush forests. This course is a hike from the Sutonggol Visitor Center (수통골 탐방지원센터). Of all the trails from Sutonggol, the ascent to Dodeokbong (도덕봉) is said to be the steepest. So, it is recommended to go up this way rather than down to save your knees. The last section, before...

  8. #8 - Geumsu Peak

    4.2(11)
    ·Hard
    ·3.6 mi
    ·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Geumsu Peak (금수봉) Gyeryongsan National Park (계룡산 국립공원) was the second national park designated in 1968, after Jirisan. This park is home to over 15 mountain peaks, waterfalls, and lush forests. This course will take you to Geumsubong Peak (금수봉) on Gyeryongsan Mountain via Bingyesan Mountain (빈계산). You can use the Sutonggol public parking lot (수통골 공영주차장) to follow this route. There is also a popular loop that takes you from Sutonggol to Dodeokbong (도덕봉), Baegunbong (백운봉), and Geumsubong (금수봉).

  9. #9 - Donghaksa Temple - Nammae Pagoda - Sambulbong Peak

    4.7(3)
    ·Hard
    ·2.9 mi
    ·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Donghaksa Temple - Nammae Pagoda - Sambulbong Peak (동학사 - 남매탑 - 삼불봉) You can start this hike from Sejinjeong (세진정), which is located between Donghaksa (동학사) and Mitaam (미타암). This is a less traveled trail than the other trails, with many steep paths and stone steps. You can park at the parking lot at the entrance to Donghaksa and continue walking towards Donghaksa to begin the trail.

  10. #10 - Yeoncheongbong Peak - Gapsa Temple

    4.7(5)
    ·Hard
    ·4.3 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Yeoncheongbong Peak - Gapsa Temple (연천봉 - 갑사) The course starts at Gapsa, a popular trailhead of Gyeryongsan National Park (계룡산), and climbs up to Yeoncheonbong Peak (연천봉). This trail is steep and has many rocky paths with stone stairs. Due to the many small stones, it is recommended to wear hiking shoes to prevent slipping. At the top of Yeoncheonbong, there is a large observation deck with panoramic views of the Gyeryongsan mountain range.
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Where is the best place to hike in Gyeryongsan National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Gyeryongsan National Park is Gyeryongsan: Sambulbong - Gwaneumbong Loop, which has a 4.7 star rating from 78 reviews. This trail is 6.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,204 ft.

What is the longest trail in Gyeryongsan National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Gyeryongsan National Park is Gyeryongsan - Janggunbong - Yeoncheonbong - Donghaksa. This trail is estimated to be 13.5 mi long.

How many trails are in Gyeryongsan National Park?

There are 26 trails in Gyeryongsan National Park.These trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 386 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gyeryongsan National Park?

Gyeryongsan - Janggunbong - Yeoncheonbong - Donghaksa has the most elevation gain with 5,009 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Sambulbong Peak - Donghaksa Loop, which has 2,529 ft of elevation gain.

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