A pepper-shaped gateway above the lake
Approaching Cheonjangho Suspension Bridge in Cheongyang, Chungcheongnam-do, you first see its 16-metre chili-pepper-shaped tower. The county describes a 207-metre bridge crossing the water, with views towards the slopes of Chilgapsan. It is a straightforward but memorable way to experience this lake landscape.
A dragon, a tiger and a tale
Local folklore tells of a yellow dragon that gave up ascending to the sky to save a child, while a tiger witnessed the act. This is a traditional tale, not a verified historical event. Look out for Hwangnyongjeong and related sculptures as you walk.
Three different experiences
The county's suggested 1.1-km, approximately 30-minute lakeside route includes the children's ecology playground, Eco Walk, Hwangnyongjeong, suspension bridge and a symbolic rock. The 177-metre net-style Eco Walk is a separate facility, not part of the bridge itself. Check the operating and safety restrictions for each section. The county's route time is only a published guide, not a live journey-time estimate.
Can you visit after dark?
The county's tourism page mentions Friday–Sunday night opening until 21:00, but it does not confirm that this is in effect in November 2026, nor the standard daytime opening or weather-related closures. Call +82-41-940-2723 before visiting. Search the Korean name 천장호 출렁다리 and use 24 Cheonjangho-gil, Jeongsan-myeon, Cheongyang-gun. Fees and individual activity bookings need separate confirmation.