Mangyangjeong Beach (망양정해수욕장)

Mangyangjeong Beach lies on the East Sea coast of Uljin, named for the elegant Mangyangjeong Pavilion that crowns the hill at its northern end. The beach itself is a long, fine-sand crescent backed by pine forest, with notably clear water that makes Uljin a low-key but loyal-following East Coast destination. The pavilion above — counted among the best ru pavilions of the eastern coast for centuries — sits at the perfect angle for sunrise. A short trail connects beach and pavilion in about fifteen minutes. Quietest in early summer and late September. Pair with the Wangpicheon stream area and Uljin's pine forest for a full slow day on the East Coast.