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Ahopsan Forest

Ahopsan Forest

아홉산숲 · Busan · Hiking & mountains

Ahopsan Forest is a forest located at the foot of Ahopsan Mountain in Cheolma-myeon, Gijang-gun, Busan. It is a place where visitors can meet the undamaged natural environment and ecology. Diverse forests ㅡsuch as bamboo forests, cypress forests, cedar trees, ginkgo trees, and natural forests, including Geumgang pine trees aged 100 to 300 years, make up Ahopsan Mountain. It is a private forest with a total area of ​​520,000 square meters and has been there for about 400 years. Only a limited number of people who have made a reservation in advance are allowed to enter for nature conservation. Unlike amusement parks and recreation areas, viewing is possible only within the limits that do not damage nature. However, forest experiences, activity programs for children, and forest explanation program are offered for visitors' entertainment.

TypeHiking & mountains
RegionBusan
Address37-1 Midong-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan
Hours09:00-18:00 (Last admission 17:00)
ClosedN/A (Open all year round)
ParkingAvailable (Free)

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