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The Southern Regional Forest Service created the 'Eco Tour-led Geumgang Pine Ecological Management Forest' at three locations: Uljin Sogwang-ri, Yeongyang Bonsin-ri, and Bonghwa Goseon-Daehyeon-ri, to restore the declining Geumgang pine forests—affected by artificial logging and environmental changes—to their late Joseon Dynasty state. A 606-hectare successor forest and a 3.5-hectare natural ecological plant area for food chain restoration have been established, releasing over 30,000 native fish species such as pirami, nuchi, and beodeulchi into the valley, restoring it as a living space. The site offers ecological trails with 1-, 2-, and 4-hour courses where visitors can breathe phytoncide from Geumgang pine trees, observe birds, roe deer, fish playing in streams, and wildflower colonies, all while listening to explanations from forest interpreters. Reservations are made through Supnadeul-e to enjoy a mentally and physically healthy experience.

Goseon Valley is the longest primeval forest valley with a watercourse originating from Taebaeksan (1,567m) flowing for 20 km. According to geomantic theory, there is said to be a blessed site called Guma Ilju, where nine horses are tied to one pillar, but no one has yet found this site. It is also called Guma Valley or Gumadong Valley, and the name originates from this. Place names related to horses, such as Mabang, Juktonggol, and Gulle-gol, remain throughout the area. The surroundings are preserved in their natural state with strange rocks, cliffs, and forests, and the valley water is as clear as a mirror, reflecting the beautiful mountain scenery, preserving the primeval mystery. With abundant water volume and many freshwater fish inhabiting the valley, it is popular for families to enjoy water activities, attracting many summer visitors. Safety personnel are assigned to protect visitors and maintain water quality.