A representative Korean peak certified for its high scenic beauty and historical hiking significance.
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Surrounded by the pristine nature of Gangwon-do, Myeongseongsan Mountain (elevation 922m) is best visited during mid-winter in January when the snow flowers bloom brilliantly. Visualizing aromatic Gondre namul (thistle) rice and chewy potato ongsimi at the foot of the hill makes the final steps to the peak feel effortless. Post-hike, dining at a local valley restaurant is the ultimate reward.
”It forms the water system of Dopyeongcheon (都坪川), Yeongpyeongcheon (永平川), and Hantangang River. It was selected in consideration of the steepness of the mountain and the beautiful scenery with rocks here and there, and is surrounded by Sambuyeon Falls to the north of the mountain and Sanjeong Lake to the south. According to legend, it is famous as the place where Gungye was killed while being chased by Wang Geon.
Sanjeong Lake, located in Yeongbuk-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, is the starting point of the hike. When you reach the Sanjeong Lake parking lot, it is divided into the ‘Jainsa’ road, the ‘Chaekbawi’ road, and the ‘Biseon Falls’ road. Take the ‘Jainsa’ road and pass the signpost to reach the entrance to the valley. From here, the real hiking begins. The hiking trail leading to the Jain Temple grounds gradually becomes steeper and enters a canyon. There is a rope installed on the rock ridge you encounter before reaching the col, so there is no major difficulty in hiking. After passing through this section and reaching the ridge extending to the summit, Sanjeong Lake begins to come into view. Continue north, pass the silver grass ridge, and after about an hour, you will reach Samgakbong Peak, 903 meters above sea level. From Samgakbong Peak to the top of Myeongseongsan Mountain, there are four cute peaks. However, it takes about 4 hours to descend from the summit to Sana Pass in the southwest, so the course from Samgakbong Peak to the summit of Myeongseongsan Mountain is a bit difficult for a day hike, so it is better to descend from Samgakbong towards Deungryong Falls. Chaekbawi Ridge is good for silver grass hiking.
| division | panel | time taken |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended course | Sanjeong-ri Bus Stop ① - 30 minutes - Jain Temple ② - 50 minutes - Greetings ③ - 1 hour - Samgakbong Peak ④ - 30 minutes - House site ⑤ - 30 minutes - Deungryong Falls ⑥ - 30 minutes - Sanjeong-ri Bus Stop ① | Approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes |
| Other course 1 | Sanjeong Lake parking lot ⑦ - Biseon Falls ⑧ - (Silver grass colony) - Deungryong Falls ⑥ - (Biseon Falls) - Sanjeong Lake parking lot ⑦ | About 3 hours |
| Other Course 2 | Sanjeong Lake parking lot ⑦ - Biseon Falls ⑧ - Deungryong Falls ⑥ - Samgakbong ④ - Summit ⑨ - Sanan Pass ⑩ - Sanjeong Lake parking lot ⑦ | About 6 hours |
Pocheon is the starting point. Pocheon Intercity Bus Terminal ☎031-532-5217. - Pocheon → Dongsong (Sanjeong Lake) runs every 10 minutes - Uncheon → Sanjeong Lake runs every 30 minutes ① Seoul - National Road No. 43 - Pocheon-eup - Turn left at Pocheon Yeongbuk-myeon - Local Road No. 78 - Sanjeong Lake ② Seoul - National Road No. 47 - Ildong-myeon, Pocheon-gun - Turn right at Jangam-ri, Idong-myeon - Local Road No. 78 - Sanjeong Lake
Practical technical hiking guides tailored for elevation 922m.
체온조절고어텍스를 입고도 내부가 축축해지는 원인을 분석하고, 투습 한계를 극복하는 물리적 환기(Ventilation) 타이밍을 제시합니다.
신소재/기어미군 특수작전사령부(SOCOM) 요청으로 탄생한 차세대 초경량 액티브 인슐레이션(Active Insulation)의 구조적 원리를 분석합니다.
장비관리등산 조끼와 배낭용 수낭(하이드레이션 블래더) 호스 내부에 침과 잔수로 인해 발생하는 검은 곰팡이(바이오필름)의 위험성과 원인을 분석합니다.
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