Baegunsan Donggok Valley (백운산 동곡계곡)
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Overview
Donggok Valley is one of four large valleys on Baegunsan Mountain. The valley opens up towards Gwangyang, with the waters of Dongcheon Stream flowing into Gwangyangman Bay. Donggok Valley is wide, making it convenient for transportation, and perfect for a family get-away location during the holidays. Located along Hanjae Pass between the mountain summit and Ttoaribong Peak on the western side, the valley is also sometimes called Dapgoksimni. The valley stretches a distance of 10km and is especially beautiful in fall when surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage. Donggok Valley is a protected nature reserve, with over 900 various species of vegetation growing here.
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Updated 2016.09.01
Hiking Course
* Seondong Village - Baegunam Temple - Sangbaegunam - Baegeunsan Summit - Eokbulbong Peak - Dongdong Village (5-6hrs)
* Dongdong Village - Baegunsan Training Facility - Noraengibong Peak - Summit - Byeongam Falls - Jinteul Village (5-6hrs)
* Nonsil Village - Hanjae Pass - Summit - Byeongam Falls - Jinteul VIllage (4-5hrs)
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[Bus]
Take an intercity bus from either Seoul Nambu Terminal or Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Gwangyang Bus Terminal.
- From Gwangyang Terminal Bus Stop, take Bus No. 21-2.
- Get off at Donggok Bus Stop.
- The valley begins ahead to the right.
154, Yaksujedan-gil, Okryong-myeon, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
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