[A bizarre formation resembling a lobster holding a yeouiju pearl] It is the southernmost mountain worthy of the name. Being a massif, it is s...
[A bizarre formation resembling a lobster holding a yeouiju pearl] It is the southernmost mountain worthy of the name. Being a massif, it is solid but not particularly outstanding. However, Seosan Daesa, who had a keen eye for mountains, left his monk's belongings—clothes and rice bowl—here, suggesting there is something special about it. It cannot be discovered just by entering. One must walk through the long spring valley, Jangchun Valley, then ascend not the main peak but the opposite side to Hyangrobong (469m), sit cross-legged, and observe the mountain's shape. The left blue dragon descends from Dosolbong (673.2m), the right white tiger is the ridge of Gogaebong (638m). The headwaters start from Duryunbong (630m), all converging at the valley in front of Daeheungsa Temple. At the auspicious spot between the peaks where the headwaters rise and fall, there is the shrine Pyochungsa dedicated to Seosan Daesa. His belongings were enshrined in a place like Sangwonsa Temple on Odaesan, indicating Duryunsan's significant earth virtue. The seven peaks—Gogaebong, Sangbong, Garyeonbong, Dosolbong (672m, marked as Daedunsan on the National Geographic Institute map), Yeonhwabong (613m), Hyeolmangbong (379m), and Hyangrobong—form a spiral shape surrounding the famous Daeheungsa Temple. Following the 400-meter contour line reveals a giant lobster holding a yeouiju pearl. This unique formation allowed Duryunsan to nurture Daeheungsa and rise to the rank of a renowned mountain.
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🎫 No separate reservation requirement has been confirmed for general Duryunsan hiking routes. However, if using the cable car, service availability and operating hours can vary by season, weather, and facility conditions, so check official information before departure.
🅿️ Use the Daeheungsa tourist complex, Duryunsan Cable Car, or provincial park parking areas. Parking and access can be crowded on weekends, during autumn foliage season, and during cable car peak periods.
💳 Entrance fees, cultural heritage viewing fees, cable car fares, and parking fees related to Daeheungsa, Duryunsan Provincial Park, and the cable car may change by season and policy. Check before visiting.
A representative Duryunsan hiking route from Daeheungsa Temple through Bukmireukam, Osimjae, Noseungbong, Garyeonbong, and Duryunbong. The official Duryunsan route information lists it as 5.85 km and about 4.5 hours for general hikers.
This route combines Duryunsan’s temple heritage and rocky ridge views. It starts from Daeheungsa, passes Bukmireukam and Osimjae, continues along Noseungbong, Garyeonbong, and Duryunbong, then descends through Jinburam and Pyochungsa. The distance is not extremely long, but rocky and stair-heavy sections can make it demanding.
Daeheungsa / Main Hall → Bukmireukam → Osimjae → Noseungbong → Garyeonbong → Maniljae → Duryunbong → Jinburam → Pyochungsa
Use the Daeheungsa and Duryunsan Provincial Park parking area as the main access point. Check local transport and parking conditions before departure.
Sections around Noseungbong, Garyeonbong, and Duryunbong may include rocks, stairs, and exposed ridge terrain. Avoid risky conditions during rain, snow, strong winds, or icy weather.
Only verified points are shown on this map.
From Haenam town or the Daeheungsa area, access Duryunsan Provincial Park and the Daeheungsa tourist zone, then hike the Noseungbong–Garyeonbong–Duryunbong route. Check local transport and parking before departure.
↳ Haenam town → Daeheungsa tourist zone → Daeheungsa → official Duryunsan Course 1
• Bus, taxi, and parking conditions can change on weekends, during autumn foliage, and peak seasons.
⚠ This is a rocky ridge route, so avoid late afternoon starts and allow enough descent time.
Duryunsan’s official main route offers strong temple and ridge scenery, but sections around Noseungbong, Garyeonbong, and Duryunbong may include rocks, stairs, and steep terrain. Prepare hiking shoes, gloves, and water, and avoid risky conditions during rain, snow, strong wind, or icy weather.
Gear: Hiking shoes, gloves, water, windproof jacket, winter traction gear if needed
A low-burden Duryunsan viewpoint option using the Duryunsan Cable Car toward the Gogyebong viewpoint. Cable car operation hours can vary by season and weather.
This option is suitable for visitors who want Duryunsan views without a full hike. Compared with the Daeheungsa ridge route, it requires much less effort and offers views over Haenam and the island-dotted sea.
Duryunsan Cable Car Lower Station → Upper Station → Gogyebong Viewpoint
Use the Duryunsan Cable Car lower station and Daeheungsa tourist area as the access point. Check cable car operation status, hours, and fares before departure.
Cable car service may change due to strong wind, bad weather, or inspection. Decks and stairs near the viewpoint can also be slippery in rain, snow, or icy conditions.
Only verified points are shown on this map.
From Haenam or the Daeheungsa tourist area, access Duryunsan Cable Car lower station, then take the cable car to the upper station and look around the Gogyebong viewpoint area.
↳ Haenam town → Duryunsan Cable Car Lower Station → Upper Station → Gogyebong Viewpoint
• Cable car operation hours can vary by season and weather, so check the official notice on the website.
⚠ Check the last cable car time and possible suspension due to bad weather.
Duryunsan Cable Car operation hours may change by season and weather. Strong winds, bad weather, or facility inspection may affect service, so check the official notice before departure.
Duryunsan is known for views over the island-dotted sea, but fog, rain, and strong winds can reduce visibility and safety. Check weather before departure.
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