Gyebangsan (Pyeongchang)

Located in Yongpyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do, Gyebangsan stands at an elevation of 1,577m, making it the highest peak of Odaesan National Park and the fifth highest mountain in South Korea. It is well known as a winter hiking destination. The representative hiking courses include Course 1, which starts at Unduryeong Shelter, passes the summit and the yew tree colony, and descends to the auto camping site, and Course 2, which follows a gentle ridge from the summit to the Gyebangsan parking lot. The total distance is approximately 8.9km, with a mix of gentle sections and moderate ascents and descents that keep the hike engaging. Along the way, hikers can encounter the ash tree colony, Gwondaegam Rock, and the birthplace of Lee Seung-bok. From the summit, a magnificent panorama of the Baekdudaegan mountain range, including Seoraksan, Odaesan, and Taegisan, unfolds, making it renowned as one of the best viewpoints. With diverse natural resources such as yew tree colonies and trout lily colonies, it is a famous mountain where visitors can experience rich nature throughout all four seasons.