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Palgongsan | Mountain Guide | K-Travel Mate

[The site of the unification of the Three Kingdoms, the guardian mountain of Daegu] Palgongsan, the central mountain of Silla, is the ancestra...

Palgongsan⛰️ 1192 m

Introduction

[The site of the unification of the Three Kingdoms, the guardian mountain of Daegu] Palgongsan, the central mountain of Silla, is the ancestral mountain of Daegu mountaineers and the foremost place of Yaksa faith. The name comes from its span across eight villages: Daegu, Chilgok, Indong (currently around Gumi Inui-dong), Sinnyeong, Uiheung, Yeongcheon, Hayang, and Gyeongsan. The main ridge from Gasan to Gatbawi is 26 km long. At its base are many famous temples, including Pagyesa, Buinsa, Donghwasa, Eunhaesa, and the Second Seokguram Grotto.

Hiking Guide

Check routes, transport, reservations, and safety notes in one place.

Quick Summary
🥾Difficulty
Moderate
⏱️Duration
1h 20m ~ 2h 30m
🚇Public Transport
Normal
🌱Beginner
OK
🍂Best Season
4, 5, 10, 11
🎫Reservation
Not Required
🅿️Parking
Yes

🎫 No separate reservation requirement has been confirmed for general hiking routes on Jangsu Palgongsan. However, forestry work, trail maintenance, strong wind, rain, or icy conditions may affect access, so check Jangsu County's official tourism information and on-site signs before departure.

🅿️ According to Jangsu County's official guidance, the main trailheads are Daeseong-ri, Jagogage, Jisogol, Seoguijae, and Waryong Natural Recreation Forest. Starting points differ by route, so double-check the navigation destination.

🚻 Toilet❄️ Winter Caution🌦 Weather Sensitive

Recommended Trails

Daeseong-ri Summit Trail

Recommended

A representative Jangsu Palgongsan trail from the Daeseong-ri trailhead to the summit. Jangsu County’s official information lists it as 3.4 km and about 2.5 hours.

Distance 3.4km2h 30mModerate
Details ↓

This is a straightforward summit-oriented route for Jangsu Palgongsan. It is suitable as the basic route for visitors who want to understand this mountain separately from the more famous Daegu Palgongsan.

Route Flow

Daeseong-ri Trailhead → Palgongsan Summit

Getting There

Access the Daeseong-ri trailhead in Jangsu-eup, Jangsu-gun. The official listed access point is around Bihaeng-ro 996.

Safety Notes

This is a mountain hike, so be careful of weather changes, strong winds, slippery paths after rain, and icy winter conditions. Make sure the destination is Jangsu Palgongsan, not Daegu Palgongsan.

Key Points
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Getting There
Access from Daeseong-ri to Palgongsan summit
BUS_TAXI_CAR

Access the Daeseong-ri area in Jangsu-eup and hike to Palgongsan summit. Make sure the destination is Jangsu-gun in Jeonbuk State, not Daegu Palgongsan.

↳ Jangsu-eup → Daeseong-ri trailhead → Palgongsan summit

• Check the availability of Jangsu local buses or taxis before departure.

⚠ Check return transport after descending.

Jagogae Summit Trail

Recommended

A Jangsu Palgongsan summit route from Jagogae to the summit. Jangsu County’s official information lists it as 3.5 km and about 2.5 hours.

Distance 3.5km2h 30mModerate
Details ↓

This is another representative summit approach to Jangsu Palgongsan. It is similar in duration to the Daeseong-ri route, but starts from a different trailhead.

Route Flow

Jagogae → Palgongsan Summit

Getting There

Jagogae is listed around Sikcheon-ri san 177-11, Jangsu-eup, Jangsu-gun. Check local access and return transport before departure.

Safety Notes

If the start and end points differ, confirm return transport in advance. Avoid risky conditions during rain, snow, icy weather, or strong winds.

Key Points
Map 2/2
Course Map

Only verified points are shown on this map.

Google Maps
Getting There
Access from Jagogae to Palgongsan summit
BUS_TAXI_CAR

From the Jagogae area in Sikcheon-ri, Jangsu-eup, hike to Palgongsan summit. Check road access and parking conditions before departure.

↳ Jangsu-eup → Jagogae → Palgongsan summit

• Public transport may be limited.

⚠ If planning a one-way hike, confirm transport from the descent point.

Jisogol Summit Trail

Recommended

A relatively shorter summit route from Jisogol to Jangsu Palgongsan summit. Jangsu County’s official information lists it as 2.9 km and about 1 hour 20 minutes.

Distance 2.9km1h 20mModerate
Details ↓

This is the shortest officially listed summit approach among the main Jangsu Palgongsan routes. However, it is still a mountain trail and should not be treated as a simple flat walk.

Route Flow

Jisogol → Palgongsan Summit

Getting There

Access the trail from the Jisogol area. Check the exact trailhead and parking conditions with local signs and map apps.

Safety Notes

Even though it is short, prepare water, hiking shoes, and wind protection. Be careful after rain and in icy winter conditions.

Key Points
Map 2/2
Course Map

Only verified points are shown on this map.

Google Maps
Getting There
Access from Jisogol to Palgongsan summit
BUS_TAXI_CAR

This shorter route approaches Palgongsan summit from the Jisogol area. Check the trailhead and return route before departure.

↳ Jangsu-eup → Jisogol → Palgongsan summit

• Public transport may be limited.

⚠ Even though it is shorter, allow enough time for descent.

Safety Notes

Do not confuse this with Daegu Palgongsan
Warning

This page refers to Palgongsan in Jangsu-gun, Jeonbuk State. Map apps may also show the more famous Daegu/Gyeongbuk Palgongsan, so double-check the address before departure.

Avoid hiking during strong wind, rain, or icy conditions
Caution

Jangsu Palgongsan is a high mountain hike. Be careful of slippery paths after rain, icy winter conditions, strong wind, and fog. Prepare hiking shoes and wind protection.

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