Places
- First published
- Oct 13, 2026
Gyorae Natural Recreation Forest
Gotjawal forest recreation area at 2023 Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju, with an ecology trail, an oreum trail toward Keunjigeuri Oreum, accommodations and camping. Old field and charcoal-kiln sites recall local history.
- Address
- 2023 Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do (제주특별자치도 제주시 조천읍 남조로 2023)
- Nearby transit
- Jeju has no railway station. The official directions cover road access and link to live bus information; verify the route and timetable before departure.
- Hours
- Forest operating hours: 09:00–18:00. Trail cut-offs: ecology trail 17:00 Mar–Oct / 16:00 Nov–Feb; oreum trail 16:00 Mar–Oct / 15:00 Nov–Feb. Lodging, camping and programs are separate. Confirm temporary closures.
The official guide lists Nov–Feb trail cut-offs of 16:00 for the ecology trail and 15:00 for the oreum trail, despite the forest's general 09:00–18:00 hours. Confirm weather and maintenance restrictions.
Why go
Explore Jeju's woodland plants and traces of past farming and charcoal production; choose between two trails with different seasonal cut-off times.
Practical Korea
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.
Getting thereJeju has no railway station. The official directions cover road access and link to live bus information; verify the route and timetable before departure.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗2023 Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do (제주특별자치도 제주시 조천읍 남조로 2023)
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Forest operating hours: 09:00–18:00. Trail cut-offs: ecology trail 17:00 Mar–Oct / 16:00 Nov–Feb; oreum trail 16:00 Mar–Oct / 15:00 Nov–Feb. Lodging, camping and programs are separate. Confirm temporary closures.
Food & eatingOpen guide →
Area guideOpen guide →