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Jeombongsan Mountain Gombaeryeong Pass

Jeombongsan Mountain Gombaeryeong Pass

점봉산 곰배령 · Gangwon · Hiking & mountains

This ecological area at the summit of Jeombongsan Mountain, situated 1,100 meters above sea level, spans approximately 16.5 hectares. It is often referred to as the "garden of heaven" due to the sheer diversity of plants and wildflowers in the area. The trail leading to the pass has a relatively gentle slope, making it accessible to all. It extends for 10.5 kilometers and typically takes about four hours to complete. Visitors need to make reservations to visit the pass.

TypeHiking & mountains
RegionGangwon
Address12 Gombaeryeong-gil, Girin-myeon, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
Hours09:00-16:00 (Visitors must descend from the summit of Gombaeryeong Pass by 14:00 / Last entry 11:00)
ClosedSubject to weather conditions
ParkingAvailable

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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