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National Center for Forest Activities, Chilgok

National Center for Forest Activities, Chilgok

국립칠곡숲체원 · Gyeongbuk · Parks & nature

Sitting at the foot of Yuhaksan Mountain (839 meters above sea level) in Seokjeok-myeon, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, the National Center for Forest Activities, Chilgok is a national forest education center run by the Korea Forest Welfare Institute. Danuri Trail, created along the reservoir, is a barrier-free boardwalk trail designed to accommodate everyone, including the disabled. So anyone can enjoy the forest. It takes approx. two hours on any trail, including the Danuri Trail. The center runs forest education programs targeting various age groups, including children and the elderly. Families with kids can have a joyful time at the Tori Toddler Forest Experience Center. There are also various other facilities, such as the VR Experience Hall, Tori Kids Cafe, Book Cafe, and accommodations.

TypeParks & nature
RegionGyeongbuk
Address532 Yuhak-ro, Seokjeok-eup, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
HoursWalk-in Visits 09:00-18:00Accommodations Check-in 15:00 / Check-out 11:00*Subject to change depending on the situation, etc.(Prior inquires are recommended)
Closedthe first Monday of every month(Tuesday if a holiday falls on Monday)
ParkingAvailable (74 cars)*Fees (Compact cars 1,500 won / Mid-sized and small cars 3,000 won / Large cars 5,000 won)

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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