Eungbongsan Mountain 응봉산

Mt. Eungbongsan (998.5m, 응봉산) in Uljin, Gyeongsangbuk-do is shaped like a hawk soaring into the sky. Therefore, it is also called, ‘Mt. Maebongsan.’ Even though it is not very tall, the terrain is steep and rough. This mountain has the only open-air spa in Korea, and because the hiking trail is only partially developed, it still retains its unspoiled beauty. But, due to the scenic landscape and hot spring, Mt. Eungbongsan has become more popular. It borders Mt. Tonggosan in the southwest, Deokgu Valley in the east and Gusugok Valley in the southeast. Also, Uljin Geumgangsong Natural Forest is found in the upper part of Deok Valley and Gusugok Valley while Mountain Goat (a natural monument) can be observed on the valley cliff to the southeast. This mountain also borders Samcheok, Gangwon-do in the northwest. The mountain peak offers a great view of the Donghae Sea and spectacular sunrises. You can also visit a nearby hot spring, beach, Gusugok Recreational Forest and Jukbyeon Port.
 

* Onjeonggol (온정골) Course - 6.5㎞, 3 hours
Deokgu hot spring condominium - 1.1㎞, 20 mins - Yongso Falls (용소폭포) - 1.8㎞, 40 mins - Wontang (원탕) - 3.6㎞, 120 mins - The top
* Ridge Course - 5.4㎞, 2 hours 40 mins
Deokgu hot spring - 1.2㎞, 40 mins - Tomb of Min clan (민씨묘) - 1.5㎞, 40 mins - Helicopter landing pad - 2.7㎞, 80 mins) -The top