Seoul & Gyeonggi Drive

Gunpo Surisan to Banwol Lake Drive

A short nature drive from Surisan Mountain to Banwol Lake in Gunpo.

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Course Overview

Gunpo is a small city embracing Surisan Mountain (475 m). This short 12 km drive runs from the mountain base to Banwol Lake. Surisan is beautiful with spring azaleas and autumn foliage, and Banwol Lake has well-maintained walking trails.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Surisan Area (approx. 6 km)

Drive around the mountain loop enjoying seasonal scenery.

Section 2: Banwol Lake (approx. 6 km)

Walk the lakeside trail and visit lakefront cafes.

Driving Tips

  • Surisan parking is free
  • Banwol Lake cafe street is popular
  • Gunpo Wanggok-dong Azalea Festival (May) is worth seeing
  • Accessible from Surisan Station

Course Info

Distance

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Duration

25 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Seoul & Gyeonggi Gunpo

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

Nearby Attractions2 attractions

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Surisan MountainViewpoint

Gunpo's main mountain, famous for azaleas and autumn foliage

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Banwol LakeViewpoint

Urban lake with walking trails and lakefront cafes

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