Mountains of Korea
Nearly 70 percent of South Korea is mountainous — from city peaks reachable by subway to alpine ridgelines and Hallasan's volcanic summit. Choose a guide below by region or topic.
Mountain guides, region by region
What Makes Korea's Mountains Special?
Nearly 70% of South Korea is mountainous — trails, temples, seasons and easy access explained.
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Seoul Metropolitan Region
Achasan, Bukhansan, Dobongsan, Gwanaksan, Inwangsan, Suraksan, Yongmasan and Cheonggyesan — Seoul's best mountains.
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Gangwon Region
Seoraksan, Odaesan, Taebaeksan and Chiaksan — Korea's premier alpine mountain region.
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Central Korea Region
Woraksan, Sobaeksan, Songnisan and Gyeryongsan — accessible peaks in the heart of Korea.
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Jeolla Region
Naejangsan, Deogyusan and Mudeungsan — autumn foliage and southern mountain scenery.
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Gyeongsang Region
Jirisan, Gayasan and Juwangsan — Korea's largest ridgelines and historic temple mountains.
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Hiking Guide
Trail grades, etiquette, gear and safety for hiking Korea's mountains.
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Korea Mountain Travel Guide
Plan your Korean mountain trip — choosing the right mountain, what to bring and responsible mountain travel.
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