Odaesan National Park (오대산국립공원)

Description

Odaesan Mountain is located in the central and eastern part of Gangwon-do. The mountain was designated a national park in February 1975, including an area of 298.5 ㎢ centered on the highest peak, Birobong Peak (alt. 1,563 meters). Other peaks include Horyeongbong, Sangwangbong, Dongdaesan, and Durobong.

Odaesan Mountain has the largest natural forest of Korea, home to many wild animals and plants. The mountain is divided into smaller sections: Odaesan Section, Bangadari Bridge Section, Byeongnae-ri Section, Hwangbyeongsan Mountain Section, Hongcheon-myeon Section, and Sogeumgang River Section. It is also rich in soil and resources, with lush forests and gentle slopes.

data provided by Korea Tourism Organization