Geumsan Mountain (금산 (남해))

As home to Bogwangsa Temple founded by Monk Wonhyo, Geumsan Mountain was originally called Bogwangsan. Its current name, meaning "to be adorned with silk for eternity," was bestowed upon the mountain by King Taejo in honor of the mountain's spiritual powers, which he believed had listened to his 100-day prayer and consequently helped him rise to the throne as the first king of Joseon. Although the mountain is known to have the largest volume of granite rocks in the archipelago, the mountain's rich soil made it a home to the largest colony of deciduous trees on the southern coast. Boriam Hermitage, known to be one of the three holiest Buddhist prayer sites, is also on Geumsan Mountain.

Parking

Available  

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-1588-3415  

Areas Open to the Public

Geumsan Entrance ~ Mountain peak
Neukdo Parking Lot ~ Keunseomsan Mountain
Bokgokje Parking Lot 2 ~ Sangsaam Hermitage ~ Ssanghongmun Gate
Geumsan Entrance ~ Geumsan Entrance
Busoam Hermitage ~ Yi Taejo Prayer Hall
Choyang Rest Area ~ Choyangdo Island
Iraksa Temple Entrance ~ Cheommangdae Observatory
Nodo Village ~ Kim Man-jung Archive Hall

Mountain Not Access Period

Seasonal Forest Fire Watches
Spring: March 2-April 30
Autumn: November 1-December 15
* Periods and areas are subject to change based on fire weather advisories, snow/precipitation levels, and other local conditions.

Parking Fees

Compact vehicles 2,000 won
Mid-size vehicles 4,000-5,000 won
Large vehicles 6,000-7,500 won
* Regular buses are free (excluding regular parking)

Restrooms

Available