Gwaneumdo Island
관음도
An uninhabited island off the northeast tip of Ulleungdo, connected by a roughly 140-metre pedestrian bridge. A loop trail overlooks Jukdo and Samseon Rock.
Gwaneumdo is the third-largest satellite island around Ulleungdo. It is covered in silver grass and coastal plants. In 2012 a pedestrian suspension bridge linking it to the main island was built, spanning the strait from a height of about 37 metres. After landing, the circular trail takes about an hour and offers views of Jukdo, Samseon Rock and the northern coast. Beneath the island are sea caves known as Ssangkul (Twin Caves). A small admission fee applies. The entrance is at the Gwaneumdo car park beside the northern ring road, and the island can be reached by ring-road bus.
Opening hours
Approx. 9:00–18:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Samseonam Rocks
- Jukdo Island
- Naesujeon Sunrise Observatory
- Jeodong Port & Chotdaebawi Rock
- Nari Basin
- Haengnam Coastal Walk
- Bongnae Falls
- Dodong Port