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"Rain (up to 13.0mm/h) is forecasted, so please watch out for slippery trails."
Inheriting the grand spirit of Gyeongsang region, Gaji Mountain (1240.9m) is an awesome destination in rhododendrons dye the peak pastel pink in May. After dominating the horizon from the summit, a satisfying bowl of pine mushroom hot pot that replenishes your inner energy completes this majestic climb.
”Located at the center of the southern end of the Baekdudaegan Mountain Range, it is the highest mountain in the Yeongnam Alps and was designated as a provincial park in 1979. It was selected in consideration of the fact that it has many waterfalls and beautiful ponds with abundant water, and the location of Eoreumgol, Natural Monument No. 224, and Seoknamsa Temple, where the Doeui National Preceptor's stupa, "Octagonal Undang-shaped Buddha (Treasure No. 369)," is preserved. There are rocky peaks and silver grass fields all over the ridge, good views, and a natural recreation forest. It is the source of Sannaecheon and Mujeokcheon, which are tributaries of the Miryang River.
It is easier than the Northeast Leung Course, which includes Rice Rock and Gwi Rock. The hike begins at the monument to the communist subjugation operation behind the parking lot of Seoknamsa Temple, and is a tedious climb that requires you to walk in silence until you reach Seoknam Pass, only looking at the heels of those in front of you. However, from then on, there are uphill and flat areas, and there is also a slight downhill at Miryang Pass, so you can enjoy the view. The descent also serves as a panoramic photo point. The view to the south (toward Chwiseo Mountain) from the summit is not as good as you might think. However, the Northeast Ridge is worth seeing for the rocks embedded in the bush like living stones. The view toward Sangunsan Mountain from Rice Rock Shelter is nice. The descent takes place again at the forest road from which you had gone far away, and is done at a place where there is a signpost.
Eonyang is the starting point. From Eonyang, take the bus (No. 328, No. 807) bound for Seoknamsa Temple every 20 minutes. Buses go to Eonyang every 15 minutes from Ulsan and every 20 minutes from Busan. To get to Pakso, take a direct bus to Miryang that runs 10 times from Seoknamsa Temple and ask the driver or get off at Nammyeong-ri. Gyeongbu Expressway Seoulsan IC → National Highway No. 24 toward Seoknamsa Temple