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Gyeokpo Beach 격포해변

  • Byeonsanbando National Park: +82-63-582-7808, Gyeokpo Office: +82-63-583-2064
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Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do

Gyeokpo Beach, located in Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun in Jeollabuk-do Province, is part of Byeonsanbando National Park. From the beach, visitors can get a close-up look at the rock formations of Chaeseokgang Cliffs. Known for its clear waters, the beach offers a panoramic view of the west coast from the top of the cliffs and is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast along with Daecheon and Mallipo beaches.

Utilization information

・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: Byeonsanbando National Park: +82-63-582-7808, Gyeokpo Office: +82-63-583-2064

・Parking Facilities : Available

Available Facilities

Parasol, shower booths, water fountain, restaurants

Restrooms

Available

Access

From Buan Bus Terminal, take a direct bus to Gyeokpo (격포) Bus Terminal.
Gyeokpo Beach is about 800m away from the terminal.
* Bus Schedule: 06:30-20:00, runs 23 times a day

OR,
From Jeonju Intercity Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Gyeokpo (격포).
* Bus Schedule: 07:25-17:46, runs 9 times a day

Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do


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