Best trails in Naejangsan National Park
Want to find the best trails in Naejangsan National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 21 great trails for walking and hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Naejangsan National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 321 to 4,455 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Naejangsan National Park.
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- (40)•Hard•4.9 miNaejangsa Temple - Bulchulbong - Manghaebong - Yeonjibong - Kkachibong Loop (내장사 - 불출봉 - 망해봉 - 연지봉 - 까치봉) Naejangsan (내장산) is a mountain located in Jeong-eup, Jeollabuk-do, and is especially famous for its beautiful fall foliage and its famous temple, Naejangsa (내장사). This gorgeous park has many highlights, and this loop will allow you to see most of them. The trail is steep, rocky, and uneven in many sections. Once you gain elevation, the views are spectacular, and you can see the...
- (24)•Moderate•4.5 mi•Est. 2–2.5 hrNaejangsan Observatory (내장산) Naejangsan is the eighth national park in South Korea. Naejangsan National Park is a great place to visit, especially in the fall, because there is a famous fall foliage festival. The colorful foliage on the mountain is mesmerizing to walk through. There are four parking lots and the closest to the entrance to Mt. You can also take the cable car past the Jeong-eup Tourist Information Center (정읍시관광안내소) before reaching the Naejangsan National Park Visitors...
- (12)•Hard•10.2 mi•Est. 6.5–7 hrNaejangsan 8 Peaks Loop (내장산 8봉 종주) This trail, grouping eight peaks in Naejangsan National Park (내장산 국립공원), has 360-degree views of the stunning scenery. The trail has many steep steps and rocky sections with and without handrails. Parking is plentiful, and there are many restaurants and convenience facilities from the parking lot to the trailhead. There is a ticket booth for the shuttle bus that will take you directly to the Naejangsan Cable Car building.
- (5)•Hard•3.3 mi•Est. 2.5–3 hrNaejangsa Temple - Geumseon Falls - Yeonjabong Peak Loop (내장사 - 금선폭포 - 연자봉) Naejangsan is a famous mountain for its beautiful fall foliage, and lots of people visit to see the famous Maple Tree Tunnel. This course does not go to the summit, Sinseonbong (신선봉) Peak, and has many steep slopes. Many stone steps lead from the three forks near Geumsun Falls (금선폭포) toward Sinseonbong. There are also many stairs from Yeonjabong Peak to the cable car platform. There are four large parking lots at...
- (5)•Hard•4.6 mi•Est. 4–4.5 hrNaejangsan Summit - Kkachibong Peak - Yeonjabong Peak Loop (내장산 정상 - 까치봉 - 연자봉) Naejangsan is a famous mountain for its beautiful fall foliage, and lots of people visit to see the famous Maple Tree Tunnel. This course goes to Sinseonbong (신선봉) Peak, the summit with many steep slopes. This trail has many stairs, and some sections are full of sharp rocks. There is a cable car platform past Yeonjabong Peak (연자봉) that you can use to descend. There are four large parking lots at Naejangsan...
- (7)•Hard•7.8 mi•Est. 6.5–7.5 hrManghaebong - Sinson-bong - Seoraebong Peak Loop (망해봉 - 신선봉 - 서래봉) This course starts at Naejangsan Seorae Information Center (내장산 서래 탐방지원센터), the North of Naejangsan National Park. On this ridge-line trail, you will hike about 7 peaks, including the summit of Naejangsan, Sinson-bong/Sinseonbong (신선봉). Each peak will offer you unforgettable views of the mountain range. You will also see a waterfall and two temples on this course.
- (4)•Moderate•1.4 mi•Est. 1–1.5 hrBaegyangsa Temple - Yagsaam Temple (백양사 - 약사암) Baegyangsa Temple (백양사) is a tranquil temple with a long history and a favorite destination for many visitors to Naejangsan National Park (내장산 국립공원) because of its beautiful fall foliage. In particular, the Baekyangsa Ssanggyeru Pavilion (백양사 쌍계루) is famous, and the reflection of the mountain in the small lake in front of the pavilion is beautiful. To reach the Yagsaam/Yaksaam Temple (약사암), you will walk on a forest road and climb a series of...
- (3)•Moderate•0.8 mi•Est. 1–1.5 hrYeonjabong Peak - Naejangsan Cable Car (연자봉 - 내장산 케이블카) Naejangsan (내장산) is a great mountain to hike all year round, but it is especially popular in the fall for its beautiful fall foliage. On this course, you will take the Naejangsan Cable Car to the platform and hike to Yeonjabong Peak (연자봉). It's a short hike, but the steep slope has many stairs. The summit is not very wide, but the views are spectacular.
- (3)•Hard•2.5 mi•Est. 2.5–3 hrNaejangsan Seorae Information Center - Bulchulbong Peak (내장산 서래 탐방지원센터 - 불출봉) This course takes you to Bulchulbong Peak (불출봉), one of the many peaks of Naejangsan Mountain, and starts at Naejangsan Seorae Information Center (내장산 서래 탐방지원센터). The trail is steep, with many stairs and rocky paths. Bulchulbong Peak offers stunning views, including of a lake and Naejangsan Maple Ecology Park (내장산 단풍생태공원). The Naejangsan National Park Nature Center (내장산 생태탐방원), located at the entrance to the...
- (4)•Hard•6.6 mi•Est. 4.5–5 hrYeonjabong Peak - Janggunbong Peak - Naejangsa Temple Loop (연자봉 - 장군봉 - 내장사) Naejangsan National Park(내장산 국립공원) is famous for its beautiful fall foliage, and many people visit to see the famous Maple Tree Tunnel. Parking is plentiful, and there are many restaurants and convenience facilities from the parking lot to the trailhead. Follow the signposts Dongguri (동구리) or Yugunchi (유군치) to reach the entrance of Janggunbong Trail. From the entrance, the trail is a steep climb with stairs. The...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail in Naejangsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Naejangsan National Park is Naejangsan - Baegamsan - Baegyangsa Temple. This trail is estimated to be 11.0 mi long.
Are there camping trails available in Naejangsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Naejangsan National Park which is Baegamsan - Naejangsan with an average 3.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Naejangsan National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Naejangsan National Park which is Naejang-Josuji Lake Loop Trail with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there any trails with springs in Naejangsan National Park?
Yes, there are 5 trails with springs in Naejangsan National Park, including Naejangsan 8 Peaks Loop, Manghaebong - Sinson-bong - Seoraebong Peak Loop, Naejangsan Seorae Information Center - Bulchulbong Peak, Naejangsan 8 Peak Traverse, and Naejangsan - Baegamsan - Baegyangsa Temple.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Naejangsan National Park?
Yes, there are 17 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Naejangsan National Park, including Naejangsa - Bulchulbong - Manghaebong - Yeonjibong - Kkachibong Loop, Naejangsan 8 Peaks Loop, Naejangsa Temple - Geumseon Falls - Yeonjabong Peak Loop, Naejangsan Summit - Kkachibong Peak - Yeonjabong Peak Loop, and Manghaebong - Sinson-bong - Seoraebong Peak Loop.
