Jiktangpokpo Falls [National Geopark] (직탕폭포 (한탄강 국가지질공원))

Gangwon · Parks & nature

Jiktangpokpo Falls is location in the middle of Hantangang River, which runs through town of Dongsong-eup in Cheorwon. Unlike other falls, Jiktangpokpo Falls is not tall, but wide instead as the 3 meter-high falls stretch almost 60 meters from bank to bank. Widely known for its grandeur and beauty, Jiktangpokpo Falls is one of the 8 scenic wonders of Cheorwon. It is an ideal summer vacation spot and visitors can enjoy the savory maeuntang (spicy seafood stew) made with freshwater fish at one of the many restaurants located in the vicinity.

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Opening hours and admission can change — check the official page before you go.

Within walking distance

1.4 km away

Cheorwon Hantangang Milky Way Bridge

3.1 km away

The 2nd Tunnel (제2땅굴(철원))

3.2 km away

Goseokjeong National Tourist Area

3.2 km away

Hantangang River [National Geopark] (한탄강(국가지질공원, 고석정))

3.2 km away

Cheorwon Facilities Management Office (Formerly, Iron Triangle Battlefield (철원 시설물관리사업소 (구 철의삼각전적관))

3.5 km away

Goseokjeong Flower Field

4.7 km away

Sundamgyegok Valley

5.4 km away

Simwonsa Temple (심원사(철원))