Tonggosan National Recreational Forest (국립 통고산자연휴양림)
Situated in the upper Bulyeongsa Valley, Tonggosan National Recreational Frorest, rarely visited by people in the past, still preserves much of its ancient beauty. Weathered white granite envelops the valley while a variety of waterfalls forms what looks like uniquely shaped water pots.
Next to the valley is Bulyeongsa Temple built by Monk Uisang (during the reign of King Jindeok of the Silla Period). Visitors can enjoy beautiful fall foliage of the forest, and there are a variety of nearby attractions from Bulyeongsa Valley, beaches on the East Coast, and Deokgu/Baekam Hot Springs. Fall foliage tends to peak between October 10th and October 20th.
Visitors must bring their own tents, utensils, toiletries, and other necessary items. The cafeteria in Tonggosan National Recreational Forest opens between mid-July and August.
- Capacity
- Maximum 1,000 people
- Opening Day
- August 20, 1992
- Opening Hours
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[Accommodations] 15:00-12:00 (next day)
[Daily hours] 09:00-18:00 - Holiday
- Tuesdays (except during peak season)
- Parking
- Available
- Inquiries
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-783-3167
- Mountain Not Access Period
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Cooking charcoal barbeque is sttictly restricted during Mountain Fire Prevention and Awareness period.
* Februray 15 - May 15 / November 1 - December 15
* Dates are subject to change due to unforseen circumstances, therefore visitors are advised to check the National Recreational Forest website for updates.
- Parking Fees
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Compact cars: 1,500 won
Small & Mid-sized cars: 3,000 won
Large-sized vehicles: 5,000 won
- Available Facilities
- Accommodations, camping site, foot-volleyball court, campfire site, pavillion, workshop, convenience store, shower facilities, cooking site, etc.
- Admission Fees
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Individual: Adults 1,000 won / Teenagers (ages 13-18) 800 won / Children (ages 7-12) 300 won
Group (20 or more people): Adults 800 won, Teenagers 500 won, Children 200 won
* Free admission during winter, including camping sites. (December-March)
* People with disabilities and senior citizens (ages 65 and over) are eligible for free admission.
- Restrooms
- Available
- 2024-11-26 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-27 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- 2024-11-28 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-29 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-11-30 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- 2024-12-01 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-12-02 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- Initial Registration Date
- 2010-08-06 20:08
- Last Updated
- 2020-03-27 00:31
- Inquiry
- +82-54-783-3167
- Homepage
- www.foresttrip.go.kr (Google translator available)
- Address
- [36300] 880, Buryeonggyegok-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
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- Directions
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[Bus]
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take a bus to Uljin Intercity Bus Terminal.
From Uljin Intercity Bus Terminal, take a bus to Tonggosan National Recreational Forest.