Elephant Rock [Ulleungdo-Dokdo National Geopark]

코끼리바위 (울릉도, 독도 국가지질공원) · Gyeongbuk · Parks & nature

Elephant Rock is situated approximately 500 meters off the northern coast of Ulleungdo Island and rises to a x_height of 50 meters. It derives its name from its remarkable resemblance to an elephant. This distinctive formation resulted from lava solidifying after a volcanic eruption, with the unique gap between what appears to be the elephant's trunk and its body sculpted over time by the relentless action of the waves.

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

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• Aug 14, 2026 – Feb 12, 2027Ulleungdo, 1919 · 6.7 km away

Nearby places

3.7 km away

Samseonam Rocks [National Geopark]

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Bongnaepokpo Falls [Ullengdo & Dokdo National Geopark]

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Dokdo Observatory Cable Car

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Taeha Coastal Trail and Daepunggam Cliff

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Jeodonghang Port

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Dokdo Museum

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Hakpo Coast

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Ulleungdo Island