5.0 km
Total Distance
896 m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

The main route up Chiaksan near Wonju, starting from the ancient temple of Guryongsa and its nine dragon pool. The trail follows the Seryeom valley before a long, steep staircase climb to Birobong, crowned with three stone cairns. One of the tougher day hikes in the national park system.

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes