- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Gonggi Village Cypress Forest, Wanju
A wooded hillside of cypress, cedar and larch planted from 1976 in Gonggi Village, Jukrim-ri, Sanggwan-myeon, Wanju. Wanju County lists the roughly 86-hectare forest, with around 100,000 trees, among its nine scenic destinations.
- Address
- Forest: around San 214-1, Jukrim-ri, Sanggwan-myeon, Wanju-gun, Jeonbuk State, South Korea. Public parking: Jukrim-ri 631-1 (a different location).
- Nearby transit
- Wanju County suggests a bus from Jeonju toward Jukrim-ri or Gwanchon, getting off at Jukrim-ri and walking approximately 1 km. Drivers can search '상관 편백숲 공영주차장' (Jukrim-ri 631-1). Confirm bus numbers, schedules and walking route before travelling.
- Hours
- Wanju County lists free entry and parking. No fixed forest-trail opening hours were verified. November weather restrictions and amenity hours (including footbath) need checking separately.
Before a November forest walk, check weather, trail access and amenity operations. Wanju County lists forest entry and parking as free, but the consulted official pages do not confirm fixed daily opening hours.
Why go
Enjoy the shade and walking paths among densely planted cypress trees. Wear footwear suitable for inclines and seasonal trail conditions; check separately whether auxiliary amenities such as the footbath are operating.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.