Places
- First published
- Oct 23, 2026
Hoenggyeong Island, Gunsan
An uninhabited island near Seonyudo known for rock formations nicknamed Grandpa Rock and Turtle Rock. It should be approached as a boat-viewing destination, not assumed open for landing.
- Address
- Okdo-myeon, 횡경도-ri, Gunsan, Jeonbuk
- Hours
- This uninhabited island is not a confirmed scheduled-ferry destination. The city describes fishing-boat access; verify transport, lawful landing and sea conditions with operators and authorities.
The city guide mentions fishing boats rather than a regular passenger ferry. Verify legal access, sailing arrangements and safety conditions.
Why go
Uninhabited Hoenggyeongdo is best approached as a boat-viewing destination for Grandpa Rock and Turtle Rock, not as an ordinary walk-on island.
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 thereFind directions on NAVER Map ↗Okdo-myeon, 횡경도-ri, Gunsan, Jeonbuk
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →This uninhabited island is not a confirmed scheduled-ferry destination. The city describes fishing-boat access; verify transport, lawful landing and sea conditions with operators and authorities.
Food & eatingOpen guide →
Area guideOpen guide →