I like having Apsan Mountain (앞산) at my doorstep, however different mountains are lower than 2 hours away. Layer up folks, hat, gloves, heat socks~~ none of those Korean mountains are FLAT!! You may end up strapping that jacket in your backpack too.
Climbing Daegu- 5 Mountains Lower than 2 Hours Away
The Greatest Climbing in Daegu
You need to take a hike, however you may assume that Apsan is your solely choice. The panorama is just too brown to be lovely, and it’s January~~ it’s too chilly to go for a hike. I encourage to vary. There are such a lot of lovely trails lower than 2 hours away, and lots of of them are lovely all 12 months spherical.
Sure, it’s a little bit cool outdoors, however the mountains (or san 산 in Korean) provide an incredible alternative to get pleasure from nature, breathe some recent air, and take a break from the hustle of South Korea’s 4th largest metropolis. It’s additionally an enormous contributor to my latest 60-pound weight reduction.
Palgonsan (팔곤산)
경북 영천시 신녕면 치산리 산 141-5
Palgonsan has many gorgeous vistas (accessible by cable automotive) and one in all my favourite Buddhas~~ Gatbawi or the seated Buddha. Those that make the trek to the temple are promised that one in all their needs might be fulfilled. I feel that’s truthful, don’t you? Dongwhasa temple can be definitely worth the hike and an superior place to rejoice Buddha’s Birthday and the lotus pageant. 42.7km
Hwangmaesan (황매산)
경남 합천군 가회면 둔내리 산 219
Hwangmaesan is gorgeous all 12 months spherical. BUT don’t sleep on the Azalea Pageant from mid-April to mid-Might. I like climbing this mountain as a result of there are a number of trails for each problem stage. I’ve by no means seen a sea of pink and yellow flowers that lovely wherever~~ footage don’t do it justice. 94.3km
Biseulsan (비슬산)
대구 달성군 유가읍 양리 산 3-1
Biseulsan is the closest hike from Daegu however has one of many longest stairways eva. However you may take the bus (for a couple of) again down, lol. The mountain blooms with flowers in spring provide an attractive fog-filled valley in summer time, falling leaves in autumn, and an ice-capped mountain in winter. 34.7km
Geumosan (금오산)
경북 구미시 남통동 산 33
Belief me, Geumosan is NOT a newbie’s hike. The hike to Doseongul Cave, the Daehye Gate, and the Haeunsa temple with its lovely lantern-lined catwalk is one in all my favourite locations to hearken to the monks chant. Fortunately you too can take the cable automotive. 60.0km
Gayasan (가야산)
경북 성주군 가천면 법전리 산 162
Gayasan CAN BE by far probably the most accessible hike on this checklist. It’s paved. There are two predominant points of interest right here. First, Hainsa Temple is likely one of the most revered temples in South Korea. The opposite is the stairway to heaven~~ this climb that appears endless, providing one hella panoramic vista. 5. 64.3km
Climbing Suggestions
Tips on how to Get pleasure from Climbing in South Korea
Climbing is usually a enjoyable expertise, and even if you’re touring with a gaggle, keep alert, ready, and conscious of your environment. As a fellow hiker (who additionally occurs to be black), I help and encourage you to embrace numerous journey experiences ~~ to get off the crushed path per se. And climbing is likely to be top-of-the-line methods to do exactly that.
You don’t want a lot to get pleasure from South Korea’s favourite weekend pastime. Climbing boots aren’t a prerequisite however provide stability on a few of the harder trails.
I at all times put on a small backpack to hike hands-free when needed. I pack my bronchial asthma meds, money & debit card, tissue, hand sanitizer, and telephone. And whereas many trails have restings areas with potable water, I by no means go away house with out water. You don’t want rather more as a result of most trails will be hiked in a day.
