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Muchangpo Beach (무창포해수욕장)
- Address
- 10, Yeollinbada 1-gil, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
충청남도 보령시 웅천읍 열린바다1길 10 - Type
- Seasides/ Beaches/ Islands
- Inquiries
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-41-936-3561 - Homepage
- www.moochangpo.com (Korean only)
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Information
Introduction
With a mystical path cutting into the ocean and a beautiful site to watch the stunning sunset, Muchangpo Beach is one of the first man-made beaches on the western coastline.
The beach has a width of about 50m and a length of 1.5 km. The depth of the water is about 1m~2m and the water remains at a pleasant 22 degrees Celsius. Along the gently sloping beach is a vast pine tree forest, providing a relaxing place to enjoy the fresh waters and cool shade.
During the tides of the summer season, you can witness a miraculous phenomenon where a road seems to emerge from the depths of the ocean, similar to how Moses parted the Red Sea. This happens near the embankments of the beach that extend to about 1.5 km, and occurs only twice a year during the high tide season on the lunar calendar.
Furthermore, about a 20-minute drive away, is the Daechun seaport where fresh and delicious seafood and cooked crab meals can be bought at a cheap price.
The Mysterious Sea-Parting Experience
At the Muchang-po observation tower, which is located on top of a hill 50m away from the Muchang-po entrance, you can observe the spectacular view of the mysterious sea-parting phenomenon.
The sea-parting phenomenon, which happens on the 15th and 30th of July on the Lunar Calendar, is accompanied by various activities such as the clam hunting and arm wrestling competitions, as well as traditional Korean folk games.
Activity Information
* Mysterious Sea Parting Festival:
- Organized by the Ungcheon Junior Chamber and called the Moses Miracle, the annual festival witnesses the sea parting that stretches over 1.5km from Muchangpo Beach and Seokdaedo.
* Fishing program
* Mud flat clam gathering program
Operating Hours
09:00-22:00 (swimming hours: 09:00-19:00)
Parking Facilities
Available
Available Facilities
Shower booth, changing room, camping site, drinking fountain, auto camping site (operated by the city)
Restrooms
Available
Parking Fees
Free
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