- First published
- Oct 11, 2026
Yeondaebong Peak, Gadeokdo
The highest peak on Busan's Gadeokdo, at roughly 459 m, with views of Geoga Bridge, Geoje and the Nakdong estuary. The official Busan tourism portal suggests about 2–3 hours for a hike; a 2024 Jiyanggok field report measured roughly 1.55 km one way with a steep final ascent.
Gadeokdo, photographed on 9 October 2025.
Jaewon911 / Wikimedia CommonsSources & further readingAirport site-preparation design and technical review in September–October 2026 do not by themselves prove this hiking route is closed. Older Visit Busan travel-time examples from Hadan are not live transit schedules. Confirm current 520/express 2000 routing and return trips, plus fire, weather or temporary trail restrictions before leaving.
Why go
Start at the Jiyanggok hiking trailhead and decide whether to return the same way after the summit beacon site and coastal panorama. This is a real hill hike, with steep sections and exposed wind, not a flat shore promenade. The city's Galmaetgil 5-3 estimate of 1.5 km/40 min from Jiyanggok to Daehang Fishing Experience Village refers to a DIFFERENT coastal trail section, not a summit time. If also seeing Daehang or Oeyangpo, account separately for the return bus and daylight.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.