Jeonnam & Gwangju Drive

Gwangyang Baegundae Mountain & Lake Drive

From Baegundae Mountain forest to Dongcheonho Lake, a mountain-and-lake drive through Gwangyang's interior.

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Course Overview

A 28 km drive from Baegunsan Natural Recreation Forest to Dongcheonho Lake. Baegunsan (1,218m) is Jeonnam's second-highest mountain after Jirisan. Enjoy forest bathing at the recreation forest before admiring Dongcheonho's serene lakeside scenery.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Baegunsan Recreation Forest (approx. 8 km)

Forest walking trails and observation decks with views of Baegunsan's grandeur.

Section 2: Mountain to Dongcheonho (approx. 20 km)

Descend from the mountain to Dongcheonho Lake. Cherry blossoms around the lake are beautiful in spring.

Driving Tips

  • Recreation forest admission: 1,000 KRW for adults
  • Autumn foliage is particularly outstanding
  • Mountain road sections have slopes and curves; drive slowly

Course Info

Distance

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Duration

50 min

Difficulty

Moderate

Region

Jeonnam Gwangyang

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

Nearby Attractions1 attractions

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Baegunsan Recreation ForestViewpoint

Natural recreation forest on Jeonnam's second-highest peak

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