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"Rain (up to 13.0mm/h) is forecasted, so please watch out for slippery trails."
Bukhansan Mountain (835.6m) offers a rugged yet accessible getaway near Seoul, particularly recommended during early spring in May when fresh green foliage bursts into life. Standing on the rocky crest to catch the breeze, followed by handmade tofu and pork belly wrapped in pine nuts for a nutty finish on your way down, guarantees a perfect weekend climbing experience.
”Starting with the highest peak, Baekundae, Insubong Peak, Mangyeongdae, and Nojeokbong Peak were selected in consideration of their beautiful scenery, a resting place for city residents, and the fact that they were designated as national parks (1983). Bukhansanseong Fortress, Uidong Valley, Jeongneung Valley, and Segeomjeong Valley are famous. There are numerous ancient temples, including Doseonsa Temple, Taegosa Temple, Hwagyesa Temple, Munsusa Temple, and Jingwansa Temple, all founded by State Preceptor Doseon.
There are countless hiking courses on Bukhansan Mountain. No matter which course you take at the foot of the mountain, you will reach the main ridge. Yes, on Sunday mornings, the entrance to the hiking trail is full of people, regardless of where they are, north, south, east or west. Nevertheless, the most crowded place is Ui-dong. This is because the course that passes Doseonsa Square and climbs to Baekundae is the normal route of Bukhansan Mountain. Among the crowd, of course, there are climbers, there are people going to Dobongsan Mountain, and there are also axes aiming for the Sangjangbong ridge. You have to take the road to Doseonsa Square, but those who don't like this can take the ridge on the right from the entrance to Hallelujah Prayer House or the valley road beyond. It meets the normal route at the intersection of Kkalttaggogae and climbs to Harujae. At Harujae, the majesty of Insubong Peak can be seen between the trees. The full picture is revealed at the rock ridge that passes by the old Pigeon Spring. On Sundays, you can see climbers lined up all over Insubong Peak. After passing Insu Mountain Lodge and Baekun Mountain Lodge, you must stop once you reach Wimun. Before climbing the stone stairs with chain railings, you need to prepare your body and mind, but above all, you have to wait for your turn in a long line. There was a lot of traffic on the way to Yongammun Gate after returning to the summit, but this hasn't happened since.
These are subway lines 3 and 4. To get to Ui-dong, get off at Suyu Station on Line 4 and take numbers 101 or 1217. For Bukak Tunnel, take number 7211 from Gireum Station and get off at Kookmin University. For Gugi-dong, take numbers 7022 and 7211 from Bulgwang Station on Lines 3 and 6, and for Bukhansanseong, take number 704 from Gupabal Station. > Suyu Station → Ui-dong: Operates every 5 minutes > Bulgwang Station → Gugi Tunnel: Operates every 5 minutes. > Gupabal → Sanseong Ticket Office: Operates every 5 minutes Uijeongbu IC on the Seoul Ring Expressway -> National Road No. 3 toward Seoul -> Turn left at Banghak Intersection -> Move right. Bukhansanseong Fortress and Gupabal are from Songchu IC on the Seoul Ring Expressway -> Local Road No. 39 toward Seoul.