Sobaeksan National Park (Birobong)
소백산 비로봉
The main peak of Mount Sobaek southeast of Danyang, at 1,439 m. It is famous across the country for its ridge meadows covered in royal azaleas and its winter rime ice.
Sobaeksan National Park spans Danyang in Chungcheongbuk-do and Yeongju in Gyeongsangbuk-do. It was designated a national park in 1987, and its main peak, Birobong, stands at 1,439 m. The area around the summit is open alpine meadow. From late May to early June each year, royal azaleas bloom across the hillsides, and Danyang holds the Sobaeksan Royal Azalea Festival. In winter, strong winds create spectacular rime ice and snow, making it a well-known winter hiking destination in Korea. The common Danyang-side route starts from Cheondong Valley and takes 6 to 7 hours round trip. Another route climbs to Lotus Peak from the direction of Guinsa Temple. Entry is free. Wind is strong and temperatures are low at the top, and crampons are needed in winter.
Opening hours
From 2 hours before sunrise to before sunset (entry times restricted by season)
Nearby sights
- Guinsa Temple
- Danyang Paragliding (Yangbangsan)
- Ondal Tourist Park & Ondal Cave
- Gosu Cave
- Danuri Aquarium
- Danyang Gugyeong Market
- Danyang River Cliffside Walkway
- Dodamsambong