Gangwon Drive

Goseong Hwajinpo to Songjiho Lagoon Drive

Drive between Goseong's beautiful coastal lagoons from Hwajinpo to Songjiho observation tower.

(Please verify the exact route using a map app)

Course Overview

Goseong features several coastal lagoons including Hwajinpo, Songjiho, and Yeongrangho. This 25 km course from Hwajinpo to Songjiho showcases these unique landscapes.

Hwajinpo is a 16 km circumference lagoon with historical presidential villas. Songjiho is renowned for sunrise views and migratory bird watching.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Hwajinpo (approx. 8 km)

Drive between the beach and lagoon. Visit the villa museums.

Section 2: Hwajinpo to Bongsudae Beach (approx. 9 km)

Move south along the coast through quaint fishing village charm.

Section 3: Bongsudae to Songjiho (approx. 8 km)

Observe the lagoon panorama and migratory birds from Songjiho Tower.

Driving Tips

  • Hwajinpo villa visits: free
  • Songjiho observation tower: free
  • Migratory bird season: October to March
  • Try myeongtae hoe-muchim (seasoned raw pollock) at local restaurants

Course Info

Distance

20.4 km

Duration

40 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Gangwon Goseong

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🏖️ Summer (Jun–Aug)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Hwajinpo LagoonViewpoint

East Coast's largest lagoon with presidential villas

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Songjiho Observation TowerViewpoint

Observatory for lagoon views and migratory bird watching

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