[National Park Stamp Tour] 6. Chiaksan for Autumn Foliage Trip

Located in the inland mountainous region of the central part of the Korean Peninsula, it is divided into the Guryong, Bugok, Hwanggol, Geumdae, and Seongnam areas,

and was also called Cheogaksan (赤岳山) because of its beautiful autumn foliage in shades of red.

It is located within a day trip from the metropolitan area.

You can enjoy different landscapes throughout the year, including azaleas and rhododendrons in spring, Korean white pines and lush forests and valleys in summer, autumn foliage in fall,

and snow scenery in winter.

Source: Introduction in the National Park Stamp Tour Passport

Today's hike will be the easy Bugok ~ Ggotunjae course.

There are no autumn leaves yet.

The autumn foliage is expected to bloom around October 20th.

The mountain entry time is until 2 PM.

Designated as a National Park on: December 31, 1984

Recommended Tourist Spots

Guryongsa Temple, Guryong Valley, Sangwonsa Temple, Seonghwang Forest, Yeongwonsanseong Fortress, Birobong Peak, Geumgang Pine Light Eco-Learning Center,

Hagok-ri Rural Experience Village, Wonju Hanji Craft Museum, Ottchilgi Craft Museum

Food

Potato Cake, Gondeurenamul Bibimbap, Anheung Steamed Buns

Interpretation Program

[Jungle Adventure in Chiaksan with Kkwoendori]

-Korean White Pine Trail, 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM daily (Free)

Source: Introduction in the National Park Stamp Tour Passport

We gave up on hiking and headed to the 553 Cafe, a cafe with a great view in the surrounding cafe district.

The view from the rooftop

1. How to Obtain a Stamp Passport

• Pick-up Locations: 22 National Parks across the country / 109 park facilities

(From Wednesday, March 3, 2021, until supplies last at each park facility)

• Call the visitor center of each National Park in advance to check for availability!

• Quantity and Price: 20,000 copies / Free passport pick-up

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2. Stamp Certification Method (Where to Get Stamps)

• Certification Locations: 22 National Parks across the country / 109 park facilities

(At each National Park Visitor Center - See the list below)

• Check the operating hours and closure days of each visitor center before visiting.

• Certification Method: Obtain a stamp at each National Park

and stamp it on the corresponding page in your National Park Passport to certify your visit.

• Commemorative Gifts: Available after collecting 10 stamps / Available after collecting 21 stamps

[Source] National Park Stamp Tour + Passport Obtaining Method, Stamping Locations, and Commemorative Gifts Summary|