Course Overview
Baekdamsa is a historic temple in Seoraksan's Inner Seorak, where independence activist Han Yong-un wrote the Declaration of Independence. The 18 km drive from Inje Yongdae-ri features clear Baekdam Valley waters and autumn foliage.
In autumn, Inner Seorak's foliage colors first in Korea, creating spectacular scenery by early October.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Yongdae-ri to Baekdam Trailhead (approx. 10 km)
Pass Yongdae-ri Natural Recreation Forest and climb along Baekdam Valley.
Section 2: Trailhead to Baekdamsa (approx. 8 km)
Take the shuttle bus or walk to Baekdamsa. Beautiful valley and forest trails.
Driving Tips
- No private vehicles to Baekdamsa; park at Yongdae-ri and take shuttle
- Shuttle bus: 3,500 KRW one way
- Peak autumn foliage: early to mid-October
- Yongdae-ri Hwangtae Village is famous for dried pollock rice soup