It was designated the 5th national park in Korea in 1970 and chosen as a nature preservation area in 1965.
Also, internationally recognized for its rare species, Seoraksan is the area in Korea to have been designated as a Biosphere Preservation District by UNESCO in 1982, and in IUCN recognized its rich natural resources as a National Park.
Also referred to as Seolsan and Seolbongsan, the mountain was named Seorak ('Seol' meaning 'snow' and 'Ak' meaning 'rock') because the snow would not melt for a long time keeping the rocks in a permanent state of white.
From now on I reccommand you to read this before if you have a plan to visit the the National Park.
The park is spread across 4 cities and counties: Sokcho, Inje, Goseong and Yangyang. The highest peak is Daecheongbong; to the east is OeSeorak and to the west is NaeSeorak, which is divided again into North NaeSeorak and South NaeSeorak. North NaeSeorak is composed of Bukcheon, which flows to Ingyecheon and Baekdamcheon streams. There are numerous valleys in NaeSeorak. Follow the Baekdamcheon valley where all the streams meet and you will reach Baekdamsa Temple, which is known for its beautiful scenery. Upstream there is Gayadong valley and Suryeomdong valley, and past Yeongsiam and Mangyeongdae there is Madeungryeong ridge (1,327m) that leads to Seorakdong.
Follow Suryeomdong valley and you will reach Waryong and Ssangpok waterfalls. Further up is Bongjeongam (1,224m sea level). Once you arrive at Daecheong peak you can view the magnificent mountain range. The sunrise viewed from here is spectacular and should not be missed. South NaeSeorak directs the valley from Oknyeotang area to Hangyeryeong. Daeseung Waterfall north of Jangsudae is the most beautiful site of NaeSeorak, which is 88m high. South of Yongdaeri valley is the twelve fairy bathing spring, Oktang Falls, and Yongtang Falls, along with several other traditional relics.
Hiking is the main activity within the park. Most of the trails are well marked and maintained, with signs indicating the distances and directions in Korean and English. Pick up a free map from the National Park Visitor Centre just before the entrance.
Seoraksan is divided into Inner and Outer Seorak, spanning a large area. Some of the best day walks from the entrance include to Ulsanbawi or the Cheonbuldong Valley. Multi-day hikes need to be pre-arranged with a guide.
Make a good plan for your trip^^
You can enjoy the hiking even if it is winter time. Here you are some photos of this season:
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