- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Uljin Geumgang Pine Forest Trail
A protected, advance-booking pine-forest route network in Geumgangsong-myeon, Uljin, also tracing historical mountain paths. The official guide lists the Peddlers' Trail as 13.5 km one way (about 7 hours; medium-high), the former settlement route as 9.0 km round trip (about 4 hours; medium), and the Family Trail as 5.3 km round trip (about 3 hours; easy). Starting points vary by course.
- Address
- 82-1 Daegwangcheon-gil, Geumgangsong-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do (official contact address, NOT the meeting point for every course)
- Nearby transit
- Course starts include Ducheon 1-ri, Jeongok-ri, Sogwang 2-ri, Neosambat and the forest training center; verify the exact meeting location for your reserved route. Rail and bus links and their journey times were not verified.
- Hours
- No universal walk-in opening hours are confirmed. Official information describes advance-booked guided walks. Verify route-specific dates, departure times, availability and weather or wildfire closures on Foresttrip. November 2026 operation and booking space are not guaranteed. Enquiries: 054-781-7118.
The Forest Service described guided advance reservation for conservation in May 2025. Actual November 2026 opening dates, available places and current fees were not confirmed; consult Foresttrip for route reservations and weather or wildfire restrictions before travel.
Why go
Explore protected Geumgang pines alongside old traders' passes and traces of former mountain settlements. Choose among routes of substantially different length and difficulty according to fitness and companions. The 'Family Trail' name does not itself guarantee accessibility.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.