Best trails in Wolchulsan National Park
Want to find the best trails in Wolchulsan National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 11 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Wolchulsan National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 446 to 4,396 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Wolchulsan National Park.
Top trails
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(49)
•Hard
•3.6 mi
•Est. 3h 37m
Cheonhwangsa (천황사), Cheonhwangbong (천황봉), Maebong (매봉)
Wolchulsan (월출산) means "the mountain where the moon rises." It is a mountainous national park located at the southernmost tip of the Korean Peninsula. In addition to beautiful natural scenery, there are many cultural resources such as Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사), Dogapsa Temple (도갑사), and Muwisa Temple (무위사). There are also rock formations, valleys, waterfalls, and a suspension bridge to explore throughout the hike.
The trail has many...
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(35)
•Moderate
•2.3 mi
•Est. 2h 13m
Cheonhwangsa - Wolchulsan Suspension Bridge (천황사 - 월출산 구름다리)
This trail starts from Wolchulsan National Park Tourist Information Center, passing Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사), and loops around the suspension bridge. Known to be one of South Korea's smallest national parks, Wolchulsan National Park (월출산 국립공원) is known for its national treasures Dogapsa Temple (도갑사), the Cloud Bridge, and Mount Wolchul (the mountain that this park takes its name from). There is a free parking lot near the...
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(12)
•Hard
•5.7 mi
•Est. 4h 33m
Cheonhwangsa (천황사) - Dogapsa (도갑사)
Located in Wolchulsan, Cheonhwangsa is a Korean Buddhist temple surrounded by lush scenery. Follow the nature path to Dogaspa, another Buddhist temple that contains the history of Korea. You can see wall paintings of Buddha, stone pagodas, and more. Both are active religious sites, and you can hear monks chanting.
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(7)
•Hard
•3.3 mi
•Est. 3h 26m
Cheonhwangbong (천황봉)
Wolchulsan (월출산) means "the mountain where the moon rises." It is a mountainous national park located at the southernmost tip of the Korean Peninsula. In addition to beautiful natural scenery, there are many cultural resources such as Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사), Dogapsa Temple (도갑사), and Muwisa Temple (무위사). There are also rock formations, valleys, waterfalls, and a suspension bridge to explore throughout the hike.
The trail has many steep sections with stairs and rock...
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(9)
•Hard
•4.6 mi
Wolchulsan - Sanseongdae Entrance (월출산 - 산성대)
There are various hiking trails up Wolchulsan Mountain, including Dogapsa Temple (도갑사), Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사), and Sanseongdae (산성대). This course starts from the Sanseongdae parking lot and goes through Tongcheonmun (통천문) to Cheonhwangbong (천황봉), the summit of Wolchulsan.
This course has many steep stone steps and rocky paths with handrails, so bringing gloves will help your hike. There are rest areas along the way. On this course, you'll...
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(3)
•Hard
•3.6 mi
•Est. 3h 7m
Wolchulsan Shortest Course (월출산 최단코스)
This is the shortest route to the summit of Wolchulsan Mountain (월출산), also popular for sunrise hikes. It starts at Gyeongpodae Information Center (경포대 탐방지원센터), which has a large parking lot and restrooms.
The trail climbs through streams and lush forests. After a relatively gentle ascent, it begins to steepen, with rocky terrain and many stairs near the top. At the summit, you'll be rewarded with the majestic views of Wolchusan Mountain's rock formations.
7
(1)
•Hard
•4.0 mi
•Est. 3h 32m
Tongcheonmun Gate - Cheonghwangsa Temple (통천문 - 천황사)
Wolchulsan National Park offers beautiful natural scenery and many trails you can hike. On this trail, you'll see plenty of rock formations along the way and pass the summits of Cheonhwangbong Peak (천황봉), Tongcheonmun Gate (통천문), Maebong Peak (매봉), and Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사).
The trail has many steep sections with stairs and rock steps, especially to the highest peak, Cheonhwangbong. Once you reach Cheonhwangbong, you'll be rewarded...
8
Hard
•10.1 mi
•Est. 7h 30m
Wolchungsan - Wolgaksan (월출산 - 월각산)
Known to be one of South Korea's smallest national parks, Wolchulsan (월출산) is known for its national treasures, Dogapsa Temple (도갑사), the Cloud Bridge, and Mount Wolchul (the mountain that this park takes its name from).
This trail takes you across the whole national park from Wolchulsan to Wolgaksan (월각산). It takes you past Cheonhwangsa Temple (천황사) and up to Cheonhwangbong Peak (천황봉), which offers magnificent views.
This trail has many steep sections...
9
Easy
•2.8 mi
•Est. 1h 16m
Dogap Reservoir (도갑저수지) - Dogapsa (도갑사)
Wolchulsan, which means "mountain where the moon rises," is a mountainous national park in the southernmost part of the Korean Peninsula. Wolchulsan National Park is famous for the Dokapsa Temple (도갑사), Suspension Bridge, and Wolchulsan Mountain.
This trail takes you to Dogaspa, a Buddhist temple that contains the history of Korea. Here, you can see wall paintings of Buddha, stone pagodas, and more. Note that this is an active temple; if you are...
10
Moderate
•2.3 mi
Wolchulsan Sanseongdae (월출산 산성대)
Wolchulsan (월출산) has many fabulous rocky peaks, offering a picturesque view. At the starting point, there is a large parking lot and restrooms. From the beginning, you will climb steep stone steps and rocky paths with handrails. There are rest areas along the way. You can keep hiking toward the summit of Cheonghwangbong (천황봉) or return to where you started.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Wolchulsan National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Wolchulsan National Park is Cheonghwangsa - Cheonhwangbong - Maebong, which has a 4.8 star rating from 49 reviews. This trail is 3.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,447 ft.
What is the longest trail in Wolchulsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Wolchulsan National Park is Wolchulsan - Wolgaksan. This trail is estimated to be 10.1 mi long.
How many trails are in Wolchulsan National Park?
There are 11 trails in Wolchulsan National Park. These trails have an average 4.7-star rating from 116 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Wolchulsan National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Wolchulsan National Park has you covered. Wolchulsan - Wolgaksan boasts the most elevation gain with 4,396 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Wolgaksan - Jujibong - Munpilbong, which will get you 3,090 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Wolchulsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 camping trails in Wolchulsan National Park and the most popular is Cheonghwangsa - Cheonhwangbong - Maebong with an average 4.8 star rating from 49 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Wolchulsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Wolchulsan National Park which is Dogap Reservoir - Dogapsa with an average star rating from 0 community reviews.