Chiaksan National Park

Chiaksan National Park extends across 181 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, featuring granite peaks reaching heights of 1,288 meters above sea level.

The park received its national designation in 1984, becoming the sixteenth national park in South Korea's protected areas system.

Several Buddhist temples stand within the park boundaries, reflecting centuries of spiritual practices and monastic traditions in Korean mountain environments.

The park maintains multiple visitor centers that provide maps, safety information, and seasonal updates about trail conditions throughout the extensive hiking network.

The park houses 821 plant species and 2,364 animal species, including 34 endangered species such as the Flying Squirrel and Hodgson's Bat.

Inception: 1984

GPS coordinates: 37.33000,128.04700

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:25