Introduction
The “Haeparang Trail” consists of a total of 10 sections and 50 courses, stretching approximately 770 km. The trail runs from “Oryukdo Sunrise Park” to the “Unification Observatory.” It offers visitors a trekking experience where they can walk alongside the blue sea and mountains of the East Coast.
Tourist Guide
“Haeparang Trail Course 40” begins at “Sacheonjinri Beach” and continues to “Jumunjin Market,” the largest live fish market on the East Coast. Along the way, visitors can explore “Jumunjin Lighthouse,” “Sodol Port’s Adeulbawi Rock Park,” and finally reach the beautiful sandy shores of “Jumunjin Beach.” This course is highly recommended for those who wish to enjoy the diverse coastal scenery of Gangneung.
Travel Tips
“Haeparang Trail Course 40” follows the route of “Sacheonjinri Beach,” “Yeongok Beach,” “Jumunjin,” and “Jumunjin Beach,” allowing visitors to admire stunning seaside landscapes. The total distance of this course is approximately 12.4 km, and it takes about 4 hours to complete the trek. “Sacheonjinri Beach” is located between “Gyeongpo Beach” and “Yeongok Beach,” and is adjacent to “Gyeongpo Provincial Park.” With its gentle slope and fine sand, it is a popular destination for families. After passing “Sacheonjinri Beach,” visitors will reach “Yeongok Beach,” which features a wide sandy shore and dense pine forests, making it an ideal spot not only for swimming but also for camping. Around “Yeongok Beach,” visitors can enjoy a variety of local foods, including native chicken dishes, wild vegetable set meals, and Ggukjeogutang (a traditional fish soup), representing the flavors of Gangneung throughout the seasons. Continuing past “Yeongok Beach,” the trail leads to “Jumunjin,” and a little further along, “Jumunjin Beach” comes into view. “Jumunjin Beach,” the northernmost beach in Gangneung, is characterized by its gentle slope and shallow waters. The clear seawater and well-equipped facilities for swimmers make it a popular destination visited by many tourists every year. Near “Jumunjin Beach” lies “Hyangho Lake,” where visitors can enjoy fishing, and the surrounding dense pine forests provide excellent camping opportunities.