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Jeju

Jeongbangpokpo Falls (정방폭포)

Jeongbangpokpo Falls is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationJeju island vibe — volcanic coast, slow paceEnglish-friendly

Why go

Jeongbang Falls on Jeju's south coast is the only waterfall in Asia that drops directly into the open ocean — a 23-meter cascade pouring straight off the cliff onto the basalt shoreline. Reached down a short staircase from a cliff-top park, the waterfall basin is open to walk along, and the surrounding rocks are popular for cooling-off in summer. The falls also bear an inscription said to have been left by Seo Bul, an envoy of Qin Shi Huang who in legend stopped here while searching for the elixir of immortality. Allow about an hour for the full visit. Best on sunny afternoons. Pair with Cheonjiyeon Falls and the Seogwipo Olle Market.

Quick highlights

  • Asia's only waterfall that drops directly into the ocean
  • 23-meter cascade onto the basalt shoreline
  • Open basin walk among the rocks at the base
  • Legendary inscription by Qin envoy Seo Bul
  • Pair with Cheonjiyeon Falls and Seogwipo Olle Market

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