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Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest (국립 청옥산자연휴양림)

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest (국립 청옥산자연휴양림) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

Gyeongsangbuk-do

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest (국립 청옥산자연휴양림)

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

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Why go

Cheongoksan National Recreational Forest sits on the eastern slopes of the Cheongoksan range in Bonghwa, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and is one of the higher-elevation national recreational forests in Korea. The combination of mixed conifer-hardwood canopy and clean stream water makes it a popular spot for serious forest bathing rather than casual day trips. Trails range from a one-hour stream loop to a full summit climb of about five hours. Cabin-style overnight units, a forest spa, and an open-air woodworking pavilion are bookable through the Korea Forest Service portal. Autumn colors here run a week or two later than the lower forests, extending the leaf-peeping season into early November. Pair with the Bonghwa Geographic Hot Spring.

Quick highlights

  • Higher-elevation national recreational forest
  • Mixed conifer-hardwood canopy and clear streams
  • Cabins, forest spa, and woodworking pavilion bookable online
  • Late-season autumn colors into early November
  • Pair with Bonghwa Geographic Hot Spring

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