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, Chiaksan Mountain (elevation 1282m) 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.
”Centered around Birobong, the main peak, there are high peaks of over 1,000 meters including Namdaebong (1,181m) and Maehwasan (1,085m), providing beautiful scenery. Fortresses, temples, and historical sites are scattered throughout the area, and it was selected considering the fact that it was designated as a national park (1984). It was selected in consideration of Guryong Valley, Bugok Valley, Geumdae Valley, etc., Sinseondae, Guryongso, Seryeom Falls, and Sangwonsa Temple. etc. Famous for the four seasons are azaleas and azaleas in the spring, the dense forests and clean water of Guryongsa Temple in the summer, colored leaves in the fall, and snowy scenes in the winter.
This is a general course for experienced hikers. Beginners often climb down the mountain, saying, "It is a mountain that makes one's teeth tremble and is supported by evil," even after only climbing the ladder byeongchang. From Guryongsa Temple to Seryeom Falls, it is a flat road with a valley. However, from Seryeom Falls, the hiking trail and ladder byeongchang section are classified as Class A courses by the National Park Service. This place, named so because the shape of the rock is like a ladder, is steep and requires a continuous climb of two hours. There are railings and ropes throughout the course, so take breaks as appropriate depending on the physical strength and condition of your group members. After taking a look at the mountain peaks to the east from the top of Birobong Peak, where three stone pagodas are built, we head down to Godunchi. The flat col is covered with silver grass, but there is no time to rest. I cannot relax until I reach Namdaebong. I finally climbed Namdaebong. You can sigh now. Since Sangwonsa Temple is under your nose, it is possible to descend the mountain even by rolling.
| division | panel | time taken |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended course | Guryongsa Temple Entrance ① - 1 hour - Seryeom Falls ② - 2 hours - Birobong ③ - 25 minutes - Ipseoksa Temple Intersection ④ - 1 hour 45 minutes - Godunchi ⑤ - 45 minutes - Hyangnobong Peak ⑥ - 1 hour 40 minutes - Namdaebong ⑦ - 15 minutes - Sangwonsa Temple ⑧ - 2 hours - Seongnam Ticket Office ⑨ | Approximately 9 hours and 50 minutes |
| Other course 1 | Guryongsa Temple ① - (Valley Road) - Birobong ③ - Jineomi Pass ⑩ - Beomgol ⑪ - Beopmunsa Temple ⑫ | About 5 hours |
| Other Course 2 | Hwanggol Ticket Office ⑬ - Ipseokdae ⑭ - Ipseoksa Temple Intersection ④ - Birobong Peak ③ - 1003 Peak ⑮ - Bugok Ticket Office ⑯ | Approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes |
| Other course 3 | Bugok-ri - Godunchi ⑤ - Hyangnobong ⑥ - Namdaebong ⑦ - Ssangryongsu - Yeongwonsa Temple ⑰ - Geumdae Bunso ⑱ | Approximately 6 hours and 40 minutes |
The starting point is Wonju Station. City bus No. 41 to Guryongsa Temple runs every 25 minutes, and bus No. 81 and 82 to Hwanggol run 18 times. Bus number 21 bound for Geumdae-ri at the entrance to Yeongwon-gol runs every 30 minutes, and 5 of them go to Sillim-myeon at the entrance to Sangwon-gol. To go to Bugok, take number 62-1, which has 5 stops near the intercity bus terminal. There are 75 buses to Wonju from Dong Seoul Terminal and 28 from Sangbong Terminal. To cities other than Gangwon-do, there are buses from Busan, Daegu, Ulsan, Pohang, Andong, Yeongju, Sangju, Gumi, Incheon, Bucheon, Seongnam, Ansan, Uijeongbu, Pyeongtaek, Goyang, Gwangmyeong, Yongin, Daejeon, Cheongju, Chungju, Jecheon, and Jeonju. Central Line trains run 11 times. ① Toward Guryongsa, take Yeongdong Expressway Saemal IC → National Road No. 42 toward Wonju → From Hakgok-ri to Guryongsa. ② Towards Bugok, take National Highway No. 42 toward Anheung, and then take local road No. 411 from Anheung. ③For Hwanggol or Yeongwonsa, take the Namwonju IC on the Jungang Expressway, and for Sangwongol, take the Sillim IC.
Practical technical hiking guides tailored for elevation 1282m.
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.
Review 4-season rules, the 5:3:2 stamina law, interactive packing checklists, and 119 emergency rescue steps.