Gyeongbuk & Daegu Drive

Gyeongsan Gatbawi to Bangokji Drive

Drive from the wish-granting Gatbawi Buddha to the hidden gem Bangokji pond with its willow reflections in Gyeongsan.

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Course Overview

This approximately 18 km drive connects the famous Gatbawi Buddha on Palgongsan to Bangokji, a hidden pond in Gyeongsan with stunning willow reflections rivaling Cheongsong's Jusanji.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Gatbawi (approx. 8 km)

Hike to the wish-granting Buddha on Palgongsan's eastern slope (about 1 hour).

Section 2: Gatbawi to Bangokji (approx. 10 km)

Drive to Bangokji pond in Namsan-myeon.

Driving Tips

  • Gatbawi hike takes about 1 hour
  • Bangokji morning mist is beautiful at dawn
  • Gyeongsan Jujube Festival runs in October

Course Info

Distance

31.4 km

Duration

40 min

Difficulty

Moderate

Region

Gyeongbuk Gyeongsan

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Gatbawi BuddhaViewpoint

Wish-granting stone Buddha on Gwanbong peak

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Bangokji PondViewpoint

Hidden pond with beautiful willow tree reflections

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