Course Overview
This approximately 48 km drive heads east from Jeonju to Yongdamho Lake in Jinan, a large artificial lake completed in 2001 on the upper Geum River. The lakeside road offers scenery reminiscent of Swiss lakes with mountains reflected in calm waters.
Spring cherry blossoms, summer greenery, and autumn foliage each create unique reflections on the lake surface.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Jeonju to Unjangsan Entrance (approx. 20 km)
Heading east, the terrain gradually shifts from plains to mountains as you enter the Jinan highlands.
Section 2: Unjangsan to Yongdamho (approx. 15 km)
Cross the Jinan plateau to the open lake views. The Yongdam Dam observatory offers panoramic views of the entire lake.
Section 3: Yongdamho Lakeside Road (approx. 13 km)
The highlight of the course: a scenic road hugging the lakeshore with mountain reflections and rest stops along the way.
Driving Tips
- Speed limit is mostly 60 km/h on the lakeside road
- Pensions and campgrounds around the lake make this a good overnight trip
- Jinan red ginseng is a popular souvenir
- Fog is common in the area; be cautious driving in early morning