Introduction
The best way to see Seoraksan Mountain is by taking the Seorak Cable Car. Due to its huge popularity during the peak seasons in fall and summer or during the weekends, visitors may need to wait approximately 2 to 3 hours in line for the ride. By riding up and down the cable car, visitors can view the fascinating rock formations of the Gwongeumseong region as well as the Sogongwon area, Jeohangnyeong, and Ulsanbawi Rock to the north. To the northeast, downtown Sokcho and the East Sea comes into view.
After getting off the cable car, visitors can take a 20 to 30 minute hike to Gwongeumseong to get a birds-eye-view of the Outer Serok (Oeseorak). The cable car ascends at a relatively high speed with some excitement. Safety is assured and the scenery can be enjoyed with the guided tour in the cable car. It runs even when it is raining or snowing, but operation may be suspended under windy conditions.
Closed
N/A (Open all year round) * The operation of the cable car can be cancelled due to bad weather conditions or regular checkups.
Duration
5 min (one-way)
Operating Hours
Hours are subject to change, refer to the official website for details.
Maximum Occupancy
50 people
Parking Facilities
Use the parking lot located at the Seoraksan National Park
Admission Fees
Round-trip: Adults 10,000 won / Children 6,000 won
* Adults (ages 14 and older) / Children (ages of 3-13) / Children under 36 months old can enter free of charge
* Note: in order to use the cable car, visitors must pay admission to Seoraksan National Park as the property is located inside the park.
Available Facilities
Seorak-dong: Restaurants, cafe, gift shop, observatory
Gwongeumseong Fortress: Observatory, snack bar, cafe
Restrooms
Available
Facilities for the Handicapped
Separate restrooms, elevator
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Directions
[Bus] From
Seoul Express Bus Terminal, take a bus to Sokcho Intercity Bus Terminal.
- From Sokcho Terminal, take Bus No. 7 or 7-1.
- Get off at Seorak-dong Sogongwon Bus Stop (the last stop / approx. 30 min).
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