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Sokcho Beach (속초해수욕장) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Gangwon
Sokcho Beach
Sokcho Beach is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.
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Why go
Sokcho Beach lies along the East Sea at the heart of Sokcho city, the most accessible major beach within easy reach of Seoul by express bus. The crescent of fine white sand stretches over a kilometer, with shallow water at the south end suited to families and stronger swimming at the north end. Behind the beach a strip of restaurants, dakgalbi joints, and the bustling Sokcho Jungang Tourist Market — famous for stuffed squid sundae — gives the beach an immediately walkable food scene. Sunrise here is the headline. Best in mid-summer for swimming or any sunrise of the year for the iconic photo. Pair with Seoraksan National Park inland.
Quick highlights
- Major Sokcho-city beach with over 1 km of fine white sand
- Family-friendly south end, stronger swimming north end
- Adjacent Jungang Tourist Market and dakgalbi street
- Iconic East Sea sunrise viewpoint
- Pair with Seoraksan National Park
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Where is Sokcho Beach located?
190 Haeoreum-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
What are Sokcho Beach's opening hours?
Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours Source: Google Maps (verified 2026-07-12)