Seonunsan Provincial Park 선운산 도립공원

A famous scenic spot with excellent beauty sights and many interesting rocks. Deep in its thick forest lies the one thousand year old Seonunsa Temple. It is a popular destination for hiking, with a variety of trails and a giant 15m tall Buddha carved into the mountain that dates back to the Goryeo dynasty. It is also one of the premier sport climbing destinations in South Korea, having perhaps the highest concentration of difficult routes in the country. There is free camping just outside the park, nearby restaurants and a hostel if you hate the outdoors. The hiking routes are breathtaking and aren't fully stairs and pavement, like many of the trails around Korea. Most of my students hadn't even heard of this park, it's a hidden gem for sure!

250 Seonunsa-ro, Asan-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do, South Korea

+82-63-560-8682~4

Adults (ages 19-64): 3,000 won / Group: 2,500 won
Youths (ages 13-18): 2,000 won / Group: 1,500 won
Children (ages 7-12): 1,000 won / Group: 800 won
* Group: 30 or more people