Course Overview
This 25 km drive starts from the Metasequoia Road, one of Korea's 100 Most Beautiful Roads, and continues through Gwanbangjerim Forest to Juknokwon Bamboo Garden. The 8.5 km straight road lined with 10-20 meter tall metasequoia trees on both sides evokes European countryside drives.
Juknokwon is a 310,000-pyeong bamboo forest park on the slopes of Seonginsan Mountain. Eight walking trails weave through the bamboo groves where sunlight and wind create a naturally healing atmosphere. Damyang also offers excellent cuisine including daetongbap (bamboo rice) and tteokgalbi (grilled short rib patties).
Section Highlights
Section 1: Metasequoia Road (approx. 8.5 km)
A straight tree-lined road from Hakdong Intersection to Geumwol Bridge. Spring and summer bring green tunnels; autumn paints them golden.
Section 2: Road to Gwanbangjerim (approx. 8 km)
Following Damyang Stream to Gwanbangjerim, a natural monument featuring 200-300 year old zelkova and maple trees forming a 2 km forest corridor.
Section 3: Gwanbangjerim to Juknokwon (approx. 8.5 km)
A short drive through central Damyang to Juknokwon. The entrance area is lined with restaurants specializing in bamboo rice and tteokgalbi.
Driving Tips
- The Metasequoia Road allows vehicles but walking is highly recommended
- Juknokwon admission: 3,000 KRW for adults
- Daetongbap is fragrant rice steamed in bamboo tubes with nuts
- Use public parking lots on weekends as roadside parking fills quickly