Seoul & Gyeonggi Drive

Pocheon Sanjeongho Lake to Herb Island Drive

Pocheon's signature course linking the scenic mountain lake of Sanjeongho with the exotic gardens of Herb Island.

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Course Overview

Pocheon's Sanjeongho Lake sits beneath Myeongseong Mountain (923 m) and offers year-round natural beauty. This 32 km course starts at the lake, passes Pocheon Art Valley, and ends at Herb Island.

Autumn brings spectacular silver grass blending with the lake, while winter features a serene snow-covered landscape. Pocheon Art Valley, a repurposed quarry turned cultural space, hides the emerald Cheonjuho Lake. Herb Island concludes the journey with lavender gardens and herbal experiences.

Section Highlights

Section 1: Sanjeongho to Pocheon Art Valley (approx. 18 km)

After enjoying the lake trail, Art Valley's massive quarry cliffs and emerald lake await.

Section 2: Art Valley to Herb Island (approx. 14 km)

Rural scenery leads to the herb gardens, also famous for nighttime light-up festivals.

Driving Tips

  • Sanjeongho parking: free public lot
  • Pocheon Art Valley admission: 5,000 KRW for adults
  • Herb Island admission: 9,000 KRW for adults (night separate)
  • Pocheon Idong-galbi (grilled short ribs) is the signature local dish

Course Info

Distance

35.1 km

Duration

55 min

Difficulty

Easy

Region

Seoul & Gyeonggi Pocheon

Best Season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May)🏖️ Summer (Jun–Aug)🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov)❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb)

Nearby Attractions3 attractions

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Sanjeongho LakeViewpoint

Mountain lake beneath Myeongseong Mountain, beautiful in autumn silver grass and winter snow

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Pocheon Art ValleyViewpoint

Cultural complex in a former quarry with the hidden emerald Cheonjuho Lake

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Herb IslandViewpoint

Lavender gardens and herbal experiences, famous for night illumination festivals

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