Waon Beach

Waon Beach is a coastal area along South Korea's shoreline featuring expansive sandy shores that stretch for several kilometers. Reed fields and mudflats border the sandy zones and create distinct ecological habitats visible throughout the year.

The name comes from a local legend about a monk who spotted a rock formation on nearby Sangbong Mountain that resembled a resting cow. This story has shaped how people understand and refer to this stretch of coast over many generations.

The coastal area remains closely tied to fishing traditions, where locals harvest shellfish during specific seasons. These practices shape daily life along the shore and connect visitors to centuries of maritime work.

Accessible facilities are available including restrooms, elevators, and dedicated parking near the main entrance for visitors with mobility needs. Plan your visit around low tide times to explore the exposed mudflats and observe the wildlife that emerges there.

At low tide, the mudflats create a distinctive S-shaped pathway that winds through the tidal landscape, offering visitors a chance to observe mudskippers and clams in their natural habitat. This temporary feature changes with each tidal cycle, revealing new sections of exposed ground.

Location: Suncheon

GPS coordinates: 34.84640,127.52538

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:03