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Bike Daejeong to Pyoseon

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Cycle along natural wonders and interesting landmarks on the bottom of Jeju Island.

The Jeju Fantasy Bicycle Path’s second of three legs starts in Daejeong Town (대정읍; map) in Seogwipo City (서귀포시; map). Climb over a rolling hill and land in the Jungmun Tourist Complex, filled with tourist highlights. Then skirts along the island’s south coast until you land in Pyoseon Village (표선면; map).

While the top of Jeju Island offers business, the bottom half brings more natural wonders, including coastal waterfalls, volcanic pillars, and tranquil estuaries.

Sheer volcanic wall of Sanbangsan above forest canopy.
Sheer volcanic wall of Sanbangsan above forest canopy.
Emerald pool and columnar basalt cliffs at Cheonjeyeon, bridge above.
Emerald pool and columnar basalt cliffs at Cheonjeyeon, bridge above.
Tour boat passing Songak Mountain.
Tour boat passing Songak Mountain.
Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
Oedolgae Rock rises sharply from the sea, topped with greenery.
Oedolgae Rock rises sharply from the sea, topped with greenery.
Road bike at the Sagye Port lookout with a volcanic headland across the bay.
Road bike at the Sagye Port lookout with a volcanic headland across the bay.
A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
Abstract stainless‑steel sculpture beside the seaside promenade on Brother’s Coast Road.
Abstract stainless‑steel sculpture beside the seaside promenade on Brother’s Coast Road.
Yongmeori Coast’s green headland across calm water at Sagye.
Yongmeori Coast’s green headland across calm water at Sagye.
Basalt cliffs and a boulder shore surround the basin beneath Jeongbang Falls.
Basalt cliffs and a boulder shore surround the basin beneath Jeongbang Falls.
Fishing boat moored inside Sagye Port with red lighthouse beyond.
Fishing boat moored inside Sagye Port with red lighthouse beyond.
Bomunsa Temple sits at the foot of Sanbang Mountain’s sheer volcanic cliffs on Jeju’s south coast.
Bomunsa Temple sits at the foot of Sanbang Mountain’s sheer volcanic cliffs on Jeju’s south coast.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
Sawtooth greenhouse roofs with sea beyond at Jungmun.
Sawtooth greenhouse roofs with sea beyond at Jungmun.
A close view of Jeongbang’s lip shows white veils of water spilling over dark rock.
A close view of Jeongbang’s lip shows white veils of water spilling over dark rock.
A Bodhisattva gazes over the Sagye coastline from Bomunsa Temple.
A Bodhisattva gazes over the Sagye coastline from Bomunsa Temple.
Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
Yeomiji Botanical Garden’s dome and glass roof framed by tall palms.
Yeomiji Botanical Garden’s dome and glass roof framed by tall palms.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
Two low thatched cottages share a yard behind basalt walls at Jeju Folk Village, surrounded by framing trees.
Two low thatched cottages share a yard behind basalt walls at Jeju Folk Village, surrounded by framing trees.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
The desert greenhouse at Yeomiji Botanical Garden displays golden barrel cacti, columnar species, and agaves.
The desert greenhouse at Yeomiji Botanical Garden displays golden barrel cacti, columnar species, and agaves.
A cap cloud drapes Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs above apartments and pine forest on Jeju’s south coast.
A cap cloud drapes Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs above apartments and pine forest on Jeju’s south coast.
A flare kisses Jeju black pork on the charcoal grill.
A flare kisses Jeju black pork on the charcoal grill.
Basalt rocks fill the shore as Beomseom and its islet sit across calm seas.
Basalt rocks fill the shore as Beomseom and its islet sit across calm seas.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
Statues of Jeju haenyeo divers rise from basalt by the Pyoseon lagoon as people relax on the sandbar.
Statues of Jeju haenyeo divers rise from basalt by the Pyoseon lagoon as people relax on the sandbar.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
Small boats and a floating dock sit where the Soesokkak estuary opens to the sea.
Small boats and a floating dock sit where the Soesokkak estuary opens to the sea.
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Songak Mountain to Jungmun Tourist Complex

Meet a few rocky wonders before embarking on the most challenging climb along the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path. After the ascent, roll down into one of the island’s tourist epicenters.

Sanbangsan Mountain dominates Jeju’s southern coast, with houses below and a black volcanic beach in view.
Sanbangsan Mountain dominates Jeju’s southern coast, with houses below and a black volcanic beach in view.
Columnar basalt walls meet a turquoise pool at Cheonjeyeon’s first area.
Columnar basalt walls meet a turquoise pool at Cheonjeyeon’s first area.
Golden prayer wheels line a terrace railing at Bomunsa, with a sea view of Hyeongje Islet.
Golden prayer wheels line a terrace railing at Bomunsa, with a sea view of Hyeongje Islet.
Atrium ponds and shade sails inside Yeomiji.
Atrium ponds and shade sails inside Yeomiji.
The rocky green slopes of Yongmeori Coast jut into the sea near Sanbangsan, with visitors on tidal rocks.
The rocky green slopes of Yongmeori Coast jut into the sea near Sanbangsan, with visitors on tidal rocks.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.
A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
A flare kisses Jeju black pork on the charcoal grill.
A flare kisses Jeju black pork on the charcoal grill.
Bodhisattva beneath Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs at Bomunsa Temple.
Bodhisattva beneath Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs at Bomunsa Temple.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Palm trees lining a road below Sanbangsan.
Palm trees lining a road below Sanbangsan.
Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
A cube clock marked JCI Jungmun stands above a tourist plaza, with twin dials and nearby branding.
A cube clock marked JCI Jungmun stands above a tourist plaza, with twin dials and nearby branding.
Stone pagoda on Bomunsa’s terrace faces the Sagye coastline and headland.
Stone pagoda on Bomunsa’s terrace faces the Sagye coastline and headland.
A patterned bed in Yeomiji’s desert house uses grafted cacti and colored pebbles.
A patterned bed in Yeomiji’s desert house uses grafted cacti and colored pebbles.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
Yongmeori’s layered tuff ring rises over calm blue water, wind-carved ledges dotted with visitors.
Yongmeori’s layered tuff ring rises over calm blue water, wind-carved ledges dotted with visitors.
View of Teddy Bear Museum’s glass dome ceiling with radiating steel beams.
View of Teddy Bear Museum’s glass dome ceiling with radiating steel beams.

Directions (17.6 km)

Brother’s Coast Road

Well rested from your first leg of the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path? Good. Let’s keep it rolling.

From Songaksan Certification Center (송악산 인증센터; map), ride along the coast past along Hyeongjehaean Road (형제해안로; map; Brother’s Coast Road) by coffee shops (map), accommodations (map), and restaurants (map).

Passenger ferry near Hyeongje Islet off Jeju.
Passenger ferry near Hyeongje Islet off Jeju.
Sanbangsan across Sagye Bay with basalt shoreline.
Sanbangsan across Sagye Bay with basalt shoreline.
Abstract stainless‑steel sculpture beside the seaside promenade on Brother’s Coast Road.
Abstract stainless‑steel sculpture beside the seaside promenade on Brother’s Coast Road.
Twin Hyeongje Islets rise past a sandbar as a red ferry crosses the channel, seen from shore.
Twin Hyeongje Islets rise past a sandbar as a red ferry crosses the channel, seen from shore.
Coastal shops and a parking terrace above the basalt shore along Brother’s Coast Road at Sagye.
Coastal shops and a parking terrace above the basalt shore along Brother’s Coast Road at Sagye.
Jetty and tidal pools on Brother’s Coast Road with stone figures and distant islets.
Jetty and tidal pools on Brother’s Coast Road with stone figures and distant islets.
Hyeongjehaean‑ro curves past cafés and convenience stores with ocean views at Sagye.
Hyeongjehaean‑ro curves past cafés and convenience stores with ocean views at Sagye.
Low tide exposes basalt flats and channels along the Sagye coastline.
Low tide exposes basalt flats and channels along the Sagye coastline.
A fishing boat sails past a Hyeongje Islet off Sanbangsan’s volcanic coast.
A fishing boat sails past a Hyeongje Islet off Sanbangsan’s volcanic coast.
Jeju dolhareubang statue watching over the Sagye coastline promenade.
Jeju dolhareubang statue watching over the Sagye coastline promenade.
A red and white ferry passes an Hyeongje Islet, viewed from Bomunsa Temple.
A red and white ferry passes an Hyeongje Islet, viewed from Bomunsa Temple.
Fishing boats dock inside a concrete harbor on Jeju’s south shore, with a red lighthouse standing guard.
Fishing boats dock inside a concrete harbor on Jeju’s south shore, with a red lighthouse standing guard.

Why the name “Brother’s Coast”? Look into the waters and find Hyeongje Islets (형제섬; map Brothers’ Island).

These two uninhabited rocky islets just off Jeju’s southern coast resemble two brothers—one low and wide (Bonseom), the other taller (Otseom). Though, depending on the tide and vantage point, submerged reefs and smaller formations may appear, adding a few more islets to the island family.

The surrounding waters are renowned for fishing and seascapes. Divers can explore submerged arches and dense marine life of seagrass, soft corals, and schools of fish like tang and chromis. On land, many photographers flock to the coast to catch the sun setting between the brother islets.

Sagye Coastline

This stretch along Jeju’s southwestern shoreline is also called the Sagye Coastline, because it runs between Sagye Port and Hwasun Port (outside of the cycling route), passing Sagye Beach along the way.

Close view of Sagye’s red lighthouse and mural seawall.
Close view of Sagye’s red lighthouse and mural seawall.
Sagye Beach curves toward the harbor and breakwaters under hazy light.
Sagye Beach curves toward the harbor and breakwaters under hazy light.
Fishing boat moored inside Sagye Port with red lighthouse beyond.
Fishing boat moored inside Sagye Port with red lighthouse beyond.
Geo Trail overlook toward Yongmeori Coast and tidal flats.
Geo Trail overlook toward Yongmeori Coast and tidal flats.
Sagye Port on Jeju's southern coast with moored boats and a red lighthouse.
Sagye Port on Jeju's southern coast with moored boats and a red lighthouse.
Sagye Beach with flat rock platforms and a red lighthouse on the breakwater.
Sagye Beach with flat rock platforms and a red lighthouse on the breakwater.
Fishing boats along a concrete pier at Sagye Port.
Fishing boats along a concrete pier at Sagye Port.
A couple sits on a tuff ledge above clear water at Sagye.
A couple sits on a tuff ledge above clear water at Sagye.
Road bike at the Sagye Port lookout with a volcanic headland across the bay.
Road bike at the Sagye Port lookout with a volcanic headland across the bay.

Let’s take a look at each:

  • Sagye Port (사계항; map) is a compact fishing harbor that serves as a practical waypoint for nearby boat tours and seafood vendors.
  • Sagye Beach (사계해변; map) is a lava rock-lined beach with patchy sand and strong wind. Not ideal for swimming, but its backdrop of Sanbang Mountain and open ocean offer a great setting for seafood (map) restaurants and seaside parks (map).
  • Hwasun Port (화순항; map), which the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path does not cross, is a quiet working port surrounded by green farmland and basalt seawalls. Without much tourist infrastructure, it gives a snapshot of Jeju’s coastal fishing life.
  • Hwasun Golden Sand Beach (화순 금모래 해변; map) rests beside Hwasun Port. Despite its name, the beach features smooth black sand and a freshwater pool, fed by cool spring water, popular with families for its shallow depth and kid-friendly features.

After traveling this windswept coastline past Sagye Beach, flow through Sagye Port and find a small lookout at its far end (map)

There, amongst the panoramic view, find two of Jeju Fantasy Bike Path’s highlights.

First, let’s look below at the strip of land protruding into the East China Sea. That’s the Yongmeori Coast.

Yongmeori Coast

79.8 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
34.1%
Yongmeori’s layered tuff ring rises over calm blue water, wind-carved ledges dotted with visitors.
Yongmeori’s layered tuff ring rises over calm blue water, wind-carved ledges dotted with visitors.
View of Yongmeori’s rocky promontory with Hyeongje Islet in water.
View of Yongmeori’s rocky promontory with Hyeongje Islet in water.
Sanbangsan’s sheer dome rises beside Yongmeori, above basalt tidelands of pools and ledges toward sea.
Sanbangsan’s sheer dome rises beside Yongmeori, above basalt tidelands of pools and ledges toward sea.
Yongmeori anchors Sagye Bay beneath towering clouds, with basalt benches and shallow tidal pools.
Yongmeori anchors Sagye Bay beneath towering clouds, with basalt benches and shallow tidal pools.
Wide view of Yongmeori Coast with rocky tidal flats.
Wide view of Yongmeori Coast with rocky tidal flats.
Panoramic view of Yongmeori Coast and sea from Sanbangsan, with an offshore islet beyond.
Panoramic view of Yongmeori Coast and sea from Sanbangsan, with an offshore islet beyond.
Viewing scope aimed toward Yongmeori Coast from the Geo Trail.
Viewing scope aimed toward Yongmeori Coast from the Geo Trail.
The rocky green slopes of Yongmeori Coast jut into the sea near Sanbangsan, with visitors on tidal rocks.
The rocky green slopes of Yongmeori Coast jut into the sea near Sanbangsan, with visitors on tidal rocks.

Yongmeori Coast, seated at the base of Sanbang Mountain, is known for its dramatic sandstone cliffs, tidal pools, and historical significance. Its name, meaning “Dragon’s Head Coast,” derives from its resemblance to a dragon extending its head into the sea.

The coast’s formations are the result of millions of years of geological activity, including underwater volcanic eruptions and subsequent erosion, resulting in features such as parallel strata, tafoni (honeycomb weathering patterns), and sea caves.

Yongmeori is a UNESCO Global Geopark, one of Jeju’s oldest volcanic formations, and also a window into the island’s geological evolution.

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Sanbang Mountain

80.4 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
34.4%
Close profile of Sanbangsan above seaside homes.
Close profile of Sanbangsan above seaside homes.
Traffic signals and lamp poles frame a distant view of Sanbang Mountain under a cap cloud.
Traffic signals and lamp poles frame a distant view of Sanbang Mountain under a cap cloud.
Temple roofs below Sanbangsan volcanic cliffs.
Temple roofs below Sanbangsan volcanic cliffs.
Misty cliffs of Sanbangsan above the coastal forest.
Misty cliffs of Sanbangsan above the coastal forest.
Sanbangsan’s sheer dome rises beside Yongmeori, above basalt tidelands of pools and ledges toward sea.
Sanbangsan’s sheer dome rises beside Yongmeori, above basalt tidelands of pools and ledges toward sea.
Sanbangsan Mountain dominates Jeju’s southern coast, with houses below and a black volcanic beach in view.
Sanbangsan Mountain dominates Jeju’s southern coast, with houses below and a black volcanic beach in view.
Sanbang Mountain spreads across the skyline with a cap cloud and rocky spurs above village fields.
Sanbang Mountain spreads across the skyline with a cap cloud and rocky spurs above village fields.
Cliff caves on Sanbangsan above Jeju’s forested coast.
Cliff caves on Sanbangsan above Jeju’s forested coast.
Fields and stone walls below cloud‑topped Sanbang Mountain.
Fields and stone walls below cloud‑topped Sanbang Mountain.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.

Now from Sagye Port’ s lookout point, glance up at the towering sheer mountain with sheer rock walls. Say hello to Sanbang Mountain, one of Jeju Island’s most striking natural peaks.

Standing 395 meters tall, this dome-shaped volcanic mountain stands out against the flat surrounding landscape. Formed approximately 80,000 years ago during ancient volcanic activity, Sanbang Mountain is unique for its lack of a summit crater, distinguishing it from other volcanic formations on the island.

The mountain’s name, meaning “mountain with a cave,” reflects its defining feature: Sanbanggulsa (산방굴사; map), a natural grotto that hosts a temple.

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The Mighty Climb

Now saddle up. The next section of the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path features the most challenging uphill climb in the whole course.

Let’s break the climb into two sections.

Sagye village street leading toward hazy Sanbangsan cliffs.
Sagye village street leading toward hazy Sanbangsan cliffs.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.
Sanbangsan’s wooded shoulder and pale rock outcrops fade into mist.
Traffic pauses at a broad Iljuseo Road intersection in Andeok-eup, dropping toward forested hills.
Traffic pauses at a broad Iljuseo Road intersection in Andeok-eup, dropping toward forested hills.
Cubes of Jeju black pork finish around a dipping cup.
Cubes of Jeju black pork finish around a dipping cup.
A protected bike lane runs beside Iljuseo Road near Gunsan Oreum, a long straight stretch lined with trees.
A protected bike lane runs beside Iljuseo Road near Gunsan Oreum, a long straight stretch lined with trees.
Sanbang Mountain’s dome-shaped massif rises above farmland, palms, and pines on Jeju’s south coast.
Sanbang Mountain’s dome-shaped massif rises above farmland, palms, and pines on Jeju’s south coast.

Sanbang Mountain Climb

The Sanbang Mountain Pass (directions) begins near the bottom of Sagye Port. It features a 54-meter climb over 1.9 kilometers with a 2.84% gradient.

Cycle up through quaint but busy towns on city streets, passing accommodations (map) and eateries (map).

Sanbanggulsa & Bomunsa Temples

As Sanbang Mountain grows closer, notice a large gold buddha statue and temple perched at the base of the sheer cliffs. That’s Bomunsa Temple (보문사; map), which many believe dates back centuries. It features pavilions and statues depicting famed Buddhist legends.

However, the temple mainly acts as a waypoint to Sanbanggulsa Temple (산방굴사; map).

Golden Buddha and rows of white disciple statues at Bomunsa on Sanbangsan overlook the sea.
Golden Buddha and rows of white disciple statues at Bomunsa on Sanbangsan overlook the sea.
A viewpoint sign reading Sanbangsan Bomunsa overlooks the coastline and offshore island below.
A viewpoint sign reading Sanbangsan Bomunsa overlooks the coastline and offshore island below.
Inside Bomunsa cave, a Buddha sits amid bright pink orchids and candle offerings in Jeju.
Inside Bomunsa cave, a Buddha sits amid bright pink orchids and candle offerings in Jeju.
Panoramic view from Sanbanggulsa Temple of the coast and farmland.
Panoramic view from Sanbanggulsa Temple of the coast and farmland.
Bomunsa Temple on Sanbangsan Mountain, overlooking the sea.
Bomunsa Temple on Sanbangsan Mountain, overlooking the sea.
Golden prayer wheels line a terrace railing at Bomunsa, with a sea view of Hyeongje Islet.
Golden prayer wheels line a terrace railing at Bomunsa, with a sea view of Hyeongje Islet.
Wide stone steps climb toward Bomunsa Temple below Sanbang Mountain’s green slopes.
Wide stone steps climb toward Bomunsa Temple below Sanbang Mountain’s green slopes.
White Buddha statues at Bomunsa Temple overlooking the sea.
White Buddha statues at Bomunsa Temple overlooking the sea.
Entrance to Bomunsa’s cave shrine on Sanbangsan, with Buddha, orchids, and stone offerings.
Entrance to Bomunsa’s cave shrine on Sanbangsan, with Buddha, orchids, and stone offerings.
Golden Buddha beside the halls of Bomunsa Temple.
Golden Buddha beside the halls of Bomunsa Temple.
Pagoda and sculptures front Daeungjeon Hall at Bomunsa Temple.
Pagoda and sculptures front Daeungjeon Hall at Bomunsa Temple.
Bodhisattva beneath Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs at Bomunsa Temple.
Bodhisattva beneath Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs at Bomunsa Temple.
Close Bodhisattva portrait at Bomunsa as fog slides over Sanbangsan.
Close Bodhisattva portrait at Bomunsa as fog slides over Sanbangsan.
Cliff caves on Sanbangsan above Jeju’s forested coast.
Cliff caves on Sanbangsan above Jeju’s forested coast.
A large golden Buddha statue at Bomunsa on Sanbangsan, with a halo and prayer offerings at its base.
A large golden Buddha statue at Bomunsa on Sanbangsan, with a halo and prayer offerings at its base.
Rows of small stone disciple statues line steps near Bomunsa Temple on Sanbangsan Mountain.
Rows of small stone disciple statues line steps near Bomunsa Temple on Sanbangsan Mountain.
Stone pagoda on Bomunsa’s terrace faces the Sagye coastline and headland.
Stone pagoda on Bomunsa’s terrace faces the Sagye coastline and headland.
Overlook from Sanbanggulsa Temple toward the coast and red lighthouse.
Overlook from Sanbanggulsa Temple toward the coast and red lighthouse.
Path at Bomunsa Temple lined with zodiac statues descending toward the sea.
Path at Bomunsa Temple lined with zodiac statues descending toward the sea.
Bodhisattva statue along the side stairs at Bomunsa Temple.
Bodhisattva statue along the side stairs at Bomunsa Temple.

Veer 400 meters off the Sanbang Mountain Pass climb (directions) and then climb a short but steep stairway and come to Sanbanggulsa—literally “Mountain Cave Temple”—a small, cave-set Buddhist shrine offering a blend of legend, nature, and quiet reverence.

The cave, about five meters tall, houses a seated statue of the Historical Buddha, said to date back to the Goryeo dynasty, with water droplets falling from the ceiling into small rock pools below—a mystical sight tied to local folklore.

Sanbangsan Canola Flower Fields

Continue on up the Sanbang Mountain Pass. Hit the top of Sagye Port’s town and turn left on another vehicle road with a bike-lane shoulder (road view), rounding the base of Sanbang Mountain.

If you’re cycling in late March or April, the fields surrounding the mountain should be swelling with yellow. Lining the mountain’s foot, find Sanbang Mountain Canola Flower Fields (산방산유채꽃밭; map). These open-air agricultural fields have become popular stops for photographers and tourists.

As you round the mountain, take another right at a four-way intersection (road view) and pedal onwards until you meet Iljuseo Road (일주서로; map; road view). This main thoroughfare with protected shoulders and sidewalks for cyclists will carry you over the next climb and drop you in the Jungmun Tourist Complex.

Gunsan Oreum Climb

Sanbang Mountain spreads across the skyline with a cap cloud and rocky spurs above village fields.
Sanbang Mountain spreads across the skyline with a cap cloud and rocky spurs above village fields.
A long view along Iljuseo Road shows the divided highway passing houses and small businesses.
A long view along Iljuseo Road shows the divided highway passing houses and small businesses.
Rows of arched greenhouses fill a sheltered valley near Gunsan Oreum, ringed by citrus orchards.
Rows of arched greenhouses fill a sheltered valley near Gunsan Oreum, ringed by citrus orchards.
A cap cloud drapes Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs above apartments and pine forest on Jeju’s south coast.
A cap cloud drapes Sanbang Mountain’s cliffs above apartments and pine forest on Jeju’s south coast.
Sanbang Mountain shows rounded peaks above fields and forest, its dark lava slopes softened by grasses.
Sanbang Mountain shows rounded peaks above fields and forest, its dark lava slopes softened by grasses.
A roadside restaurant with dome-shaped roofs sits under palm trees and power lines in Jungmun.
A roadside restaurant with dome-shaped roofs sits under palm trees and power lines in Jungmun.
Twin ridges of Sanbang Mountain rise behind village trees, their rocky spires catching brief evening light.
Twin ridges of Sanbang Mountain rise behind village trees, their rocky spires catching brief evening light.

Ride along the bustling Iljuseo Road east along the backside of Sanbang Mountain. In about 2.5 kilometers, the road begins to tilt uphill.

Welcome to the Gunsan Oreum Climb (directions). This extended uphill section rises a total of 111 meters. The ascent takes place over several stages, broken up by the busy intersections along Iljuseo Road. The 5.7-kilometer ascent usually features a gentle but persistent 1.95% gradient.

Gunsan Oreum

The Gunsan Oreum Climb also features the most extended sections away from the coastline. Why?

This area of Jeju is littered with volcanic hills like Walla Peak (월라봉; map; Walabong) and the expansive Gunsan Oreum (군산오름; map), the largest parasitic cone on Jeju with a hikable 334-meter peak offering 360° views of Hallasan and Marado.

Ancient geomancy (feng shui) practitioners believed that Gunsan Oreum holds great energy. They believed that burials on Gunsan Oreum’s summit blocked its positive energy and created droughts.

Hallabong

A roadside citrus shop displays stacks of orange crates and signage, with a delivery truck parked.
A roadside citrus shop displays stacks of orange crates and signage, with a delivery truck parked.
A farm fruit store along Iljuseo Road features stacked crates and a giant hallabong sculpture.
A farm fruit store along Iljuseo Road features stacked crates and a giant hallabong sculpture.
A roadside sign for an experience farm stands beside citrus trees and stacks of yellow crates on Jeju.
A roadside sign for an experience farm stands beside citrus trees and stacks of yellow crates on Jeju.

As you cycle onwards and upwards, pass by loads of shops selling Hallabong (한라봉 or dekopon). Born from crossing the Kiyomi orange and Ponkan tangerine, hallabong has been cultivated almost exclusively on Jeju Island since the 1990s, thriving in the island’s volcanic soil and mild, sun-drenched winters.

Hallabong’s name honors Mount Halla—Jeju’s towering volcanic peak—and mirrors the peak’s distinctive rounded form topped with a characteristic “bump.”

Often given during celebrations, hallabong features sweet, juicy flesh, low acidity, few seeds, and an easy-to-peel skin, making it ideal for effortless snacking.

The Descent

A roadside restaurant with dome-shaped roofs sits under palm trees and power lines in Jungmun.
A roadside restaurant with dome-shaped roofs sits under palm trees and power lines in Jungmun.
Palms and sidewalks inside the Jungmun Tourist Complex.
Palms and sidewalks inside the Jungmun Tourist Complex.
A weathered Jeju cycling route sign points toward Beophwan Badang near the Jungmun Resort stone wall.
A weathered Jeju cycling route sign points toward Beophwan Badang near the Jungmun Resort stone wall.
Cars travel through a shaded tree tunnel where camphor and evergreen trees arch over the roadside.
Cars travel through a shaded tree tunnel where camphor and evergreen trees arch over the roadside.
Tree‑lined road past resort residences near the Jungmun coast.
Tree‑lined road past resort residences near the Jungmun coast.

After reaching the top of the Gunsan Oreum Climb, the road tilts and begins descending into one of the tourist hearts of Seogwipo City.

Dip down to a four-way intersection (road view), then flow up a tree-lined side road (road view) along the back side of a golf course and the Grand Joseon Jeju (그랜드조선 제주; map), one of Jeju’s five-star resorts with a lineup of upscale offerings, including six restaurants, a rooftop bar, and indoor and outdoor pools.

At the end of the canopied road, find another four-way intersection (road view) with signs welcoming you to the Jungmun Tourist Complex, a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Jungmun Tourist Complex

93 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
39.7%
Jungmun resort panorama from Yeomiji’s deck.
Jungmun resort panorama from Yeomiji’s deck.
The entrance sign for Jungmun Resort stands on a black panel set into a basalt wall, surrounded by palms.
The entrance sign for Jungmun Resort stands on a black panel set into a basalt wall, surrounded by palms.
Gentle waves trace patterns on Jungmun Saekdal Beach as walkers pass palms.
Gentle waves trace patterns on Jungmun Saekdal Beach as walkers pass palms.
Stone lantern and white balustrade on Seonim‑gyo Bridge at Cheonjeyeon.
Stone lantern and white balustrade on Seonim‑gyo Bridge at Cheonjeyeon.
A cube clock marked JCI Jungmun stands above a tourist plaza, with twin dials and nearby branding.
A cube clock marked JCI Jungmun stands above a tourist plaza, with twin dials and nearby branding.
Cheonjeru’s blue tiles and Yeomiji’s glass dome rise above the trees.
Cheonjeru’s blue tiles and Yeomiji’s glass dome rise above the trees.
A museum building with columns and a pediment relief stands before parking buses and visitors’ cars.
A museum building with columns and a pediment relief stands before parking buses and visitors’ cars.
Giant orange teddy bear statue with plush‑filled shelves at Bespoke Bear.
Giant orange teddy bear statue with plush‑filled shelves at Bespoke Bear.
Basalt dolhareubang and surfboard outside The Cliff at Jungmun.
Basalt dolhareubang and surfboard outside The Cliff at Jungmun.

The Jungmun Tourist Complex is Jeju’s most expansive resort district, spanning Jungmun, Saekdal, and Daepo neighborhoods in Seogwipo. Established in the late 1970s as a global tourism hub, it today features luxury hotels like The Suites and Lotte Hotel Jeju, an international convention center, and golf courses.

Let’s take a look at some of the area’s notable attractions.

Cheonjeyeon Falls

Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall plunges into a deep green pool.
Emerald pool and columnar basalt cliffs at Cheonjeyeon, bridge above.
Emerald pool and columnar basalt cliffs at Cheonjeyeon, bridge above.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Seonim Bridge’s ornate arch rises above the forest near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Straight‑down view of rocky streambed beneath Seonim‑gyo in Cheonjeyeon.
Straight‑down view of rocky streambed beneath Seonim‑gyo in Cheonjeyeon.
Wide view of Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall and emerald basin.
Wide view of Cheonjeyeon’s third waterfall and emerald basin.
Bilingual sign on a shaded path points to Cheonjeyeon’s 3rd Waterfall.
Bilingual sign on a shaded path points to Cheonjeyeon’s 3rd Waterfall.
Columnar basalt walls meet a turquoise pool at Cheonjeyeon’s first area.
Columnar basalt walls meet a turquoise pool at Cheonjeyeon’s first area.
Forested gorge and rocky stream below Seonim‑gyo at Cheonjeyeon.
Forested gorge and rocky stream below Seonim‑gyo at Cheonjeyeon.
Shaded approach to Seonim‑gyo, the arched pedestrian bridge at Cheonjeyeon.
Shaded approach to Seonim‑gyo, the arched pedestrian bridge at Cheonjeyeon.
Shaded stone steps and benches leading down to the Cheonjeyeon pool.
Shaded stone steps and benches leading down to the Cheonjeyeon pool.
Seonim Bridge peeks through trees near Cheonjeyeon Falls.
Seonim Bridge peeks through trees near Cheonjeyeon Falls.

Cheonjeyeon Falls is a trio of waterfalls—each feeding into the next—pouring from a dramatic 22-meter drop into an emerald pool below. The surrounding warm-temperate forest, a designated natural monument, is lush with rare plant species. Nearby stand the curving arch of Seonim Bridge (Seven Nymphs Bridge) and Cheonjeru Pavilion.

Yeomiji Botanical Garden

Exterior of Yeomiji’s glass‑roofed conservatory and tower.
Exterior of Yeomiji’s glass‑roofed conservatory and tower.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
A pale waterlily blooms among pads in a quiet pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
Yeomiji’s grand atrium features tropical plants, stepped seating, and event tables.
Yeomiji’s grand atrium features tropical plants, stepped seating, and event tables.
Hydrangea blooms inside Yeomiji’s conservatory.
Hydrangea blooms inside Yeomiji’s conservatory.
Yeomiji Botanical Garden’s dome and glass roof framed by tall palms.
Yeomiji Botanical Garden’s dome and glass roof framed by tall palms.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
Traditional wooden mortar and pestle among hydrangeas and ferns at Yeomiji.
A wide view across Yeomiji’s greenhouse shows mature tropical trees and palms rising toward the glass roof.
A wide view across Yeomiji’s greenhouse shows mature tropical trees and palms rising toward the glass roof.
Two purple waterlilies rise above pads in a pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
Two purple waterlilies rise above pads in a pond at Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
A columnar cactus stands in sharp focus inside Yeomiji’s desert glasshouse.
A columnar cactus stands in sharp focus inside Yeomiji’s desert glasshouse.
Greenhouse rooflines and palm groves from Yeomiji’s deck.
Greenhouse rooflines and palm groves from Yeomiji’s deck.
‘The Planet’ building rising above forest near Yeomiji.
‘The Planet’ building rising above forest near Yeomiji.
Central atrium and dome inside Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
Central atrium and dome inside Yeomiji Botanical Garden.
View over Yeomiji’s greenhouse roofs, lawn, and distant hills.
View over Yeomiji’s greenhouse roofs, lawn, and distant hills.
Radial steel truss dome over Yeomiji’s central core.
Radial steel truss dome over Yeomiji’s central core.
A patterned bed in Yeomiji’s desert house uses grafted cacti and colored pebbles.
A patterned bed in Yeomiji’s desert house uses grafted cacti and colored pebbles.
Atrium ponds and shade sails inside Yeomiji.
Atrium ponds and shade sails inside Yeomiji.
A curved boardwalk crosses twin circular lily ponds in Yeomiji’s Aquatic Garden.
A curved boardwalk crosses twin circular lily ponds in Yeomiji’s Aquatic Garden.
Entrance to Yeomiji’s Aquatic Garden shows bilingual signage above glass doors.
Entrance to Yeomiji’s Aquatic Garden shows bilingual signage above glass doors.
Reflective pool and tropical plantings inside Yeomiji’s greenhouse at Jungmun.
Reflective pool and tropical plantings inside Yeomiji’s greenhouse at Jungmun.

One of Asia’s largest indoor botanical gardens, Yeomiji Botanical Garden spans over 12,500 m² under a sunflower‑shaped greenhouse. Inside, six themed gardens—ranging from tropical jungle to cactus and aquatic displays—are complemented outside by internationally styled landscapes like French, Italian, and native Korean gardens.

Jungmun Saekdal Beach

A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
A sweeping view of Jungmun Saekdal Beach shows rolling waves, a broad Jinmosal strand.
Palm‑framed junction with signs toward the sea at Jungmun.
Palm‑framed junction with signs toward the sea at Jungmun.
Basalt dolhareubang and surfboard outside The Cliff at Jungmun.
Basalt dolhareubang and surfboard outside The Cliff at Jungmun.
The Jungmun Saekdal Beach entrance monument, sail-shaped beside a palm, marks the way on a hot day.
The Jungmun Saekdal Beach entrance monument, sail-shaped beside a palm, marks the way on a hot day.
Gentle waves trace patterns on Jungmun Saekdal Beach as walkers pass palms.
Gentle waves trace patterns on Jungmun Saekdal Beach as walkers pass palms.
A shaded lane lined with palm fronds and banners descends toward turquoise water at Jungmun Saekdal Beach.
A shaded lane lined with palm fronds and banners descends toward turquoise water at Jungmun Saekdal Beach.
Headland hotels overlook Jungmun Saekdal Beach and turquoise water.
Headland hotels overlook Jungmun Saekdal Beach and turquoise water.
Wide view across Jungmun Saekdal Bay with rocky foreground and distant hotels.
Wide view across Jungmun Saekdal Bay with rocky foreground and distant hotels.
An elevated seaside walkway curves along basalt walls toward Jungmun Saekdal.
An elevated seaside walkway curves along basalt walls toward Jungmun Saekdal.

Jungmun Saekdal Beach is famed for its 560-meter-long crescent shape and striking multicolored sands, showcasing hues of black, white, red, and gray against dramatic cliffs. It regularly ranks among Korea’s best beaches, celebrated for its scenic beauty and safe swimming conditions. The beach also offers windsurfing, water-skiing, parasailing, and surfing, with annual events adding to its lively beach vibe.

Other Attractions

The Jungmun Teddy Bear Museum features a glass cone atrium and a large graphic sign near the entrance.
The Jungmun Teddy Bear Museum features a glass cone atrium and a large graphic sign near the entrance.
A museum building with columns and a pediment relief stands before parking buses and visitors’ cars.
A museum building with columns and a pediment relief stands before parking buses and visitors’ cars.
Times Square teddy bear diorama inside Jeju’s Teddy Bear Museum.
Times Square teddy bear diorama inside Jeju’s Teddy Bear Museum.
Whimsical Grimm Forest facade at Jungmun’s resort district.
Whimsical Grimm Forest facade at Jungmun’s resort district.
Entrance to Lotte Hotel Jeju framed by palms at Jungmun.
Entrance to Lotte Hotel Jeju framed by palms at Jungmun.
Napoleon teddy bear diorama in Jeju’s Teddy Bear Museum.
Napoleon teddy bear diorama in Jeju’s Teddy Bear Museum.
Jungmun Golf Course clubhouse with hanok‑style roof.
Jungmun Golf Course clubhouse with hanok‑style roof.

A few more highlights include the whimsical Teddy Bear Museum, the interactive Alive Museum, and thematic spots like Pacific Land and PLAY K-POP.

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Jungmun Tourist Complex to Cheonjiyeon Falls

Travel from one Seogwipo downtown to the next, passing famed cliffs, skimming ecologically protected islands off the coast, and waterfalls.

Isolated basalt outcrop in the sea at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
Isolated basalt outcrop in the sea at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
ICC Jeju’s curved glass facade fronts a wide plaza with steps and pines.
ICC Jeju’s curved glass facade fronts a wide plaza with steps and pines.
A fishing boat passes volcanic rocks near Oedolgae Rock.
A fishing boat passes volcanic rocks near Oedolgae Rock.
Yakcheonsa Temple’s tiered halls rise above palms and forest on a hillside near Seogwipo.
Yakcheonsa Temple’s tiered halls rise above palms and forest on a hillside near Seogwipo.
Beomseom Island and its cliffs seen off Beophwan coast.
Beomseom Island and its cliffs seen off Beophwan coast.
Rugged volcanic rocks line the coast toward the port.
Rugged volcanic rocks line the coast toward the port.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
A shared bike and walking path follows the rocky coast with an islet offshore.
A shared bike and walking path follows the rocky coast with an islet offshore.
Beomseom Island and a nearby islet rise above blue waters.
Beomseom Island and a nearby islet rise above blue waters.
A mural shows Jeju’s haenyeo divers along Olle Trail 7.
A mural shows Jeju’s haenyeo divers along Olle Trail 7.
A circular seawater pool sits along the Beophwan shore.
A circular seawater pool sits along the Beophwan shore.
A haenyeo photo board stands by Beophwan’s volcanic shore.
A haenyeo photo board stands by Beophwan’s volcanic shore.
Oedolgae Rock rises near coastal cliffs with Bomsom Island offshore.
Oedolgae Rock rises near coastal cliffs with Bomsom Island offshore.
A bronze haenyeo statue stands on a rock at Jamnyeo Square.
A bronze haenyeo statue stands on a rock at Jamnyeo Square.
A palm-lined curved road near Beophwan with a haenyeo statue.
A palm-lined curved road near Beophwan with a haenyeo statue.
Seogwi Bridge balustrade with downtown Seogwipo on the ridge.
Seogwi Bridge balustrade with downtown Seogwipo on the ridge.
Close view of Oedolgae with shrubs on top and Munseom beyond.
Close view of Oedolgae with shrubs on top and Munseom beyond.

Directions (16.9 km)

From the heart of the Jungmun Tourist Complex, let’s continue on.

Wait! Many make the mistake of following the curving road that brought into the area. But if you do that, you’ll land at the doorstep of the ritzy Jungmun Country Club House (중문CC클럽하우스; map).

Dol hareubang statues rise among palms at a landscaped Jungmun roundabout.
Dol hareubang statues rise among palms at a landscaped Jungmun roundabout.
ICC Jeju’s curved glass facade fronts a wide plaza with steps and pines.
ICC Jeju’s curved glass facade fronts a wide plaza with steps and pines.
Daepo Port’s inlet and breakwaters open to the sea with moored boats and forested headlands.
Daepo Port’s inlet and breakwaters open to the sea with moored boats and forested headlands.
The Jeju World Cup Stadium rises with a modern roof and glass facade in Seogwipo City.
The Jeju World Cup Stadium rises with a modern roof and glass facade in Seogwipo City.
Palm trees line a broad boulevard climbing through the Jungmun resort district.
Palm trees line a broad boulevard climbing through the Jungmun resort district.

So before you let momentum carry you away, turn left just before the Teddy Bear Museum (road view). Now cycle past Yeomiji Botanical Garden and the park surrounding Cheonjeyeon Falls and down towards Jungmun Saekdal Beach.

Turn left, cross over a bridge and climb up a 20-meter embankment. After curling around a roundabout near the Jeju International Convention Center (제주국제컨벤션센터; map), continue along the high coastal Ee-eo-do Road (이어도로; map) until you spot a side road (road view).

It winds down to the Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff, one of Jeju Island’s most iconic natural attractions and a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliffs

95.3 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
40.7%
Basalt cliffs at Jusangjeolli with Jeju mountains beyond.
Basalt cliffs at Jusangjeolli with Jeju mountains beyond.
Isolated basalt outcrop in the sea at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
Isolated basalt outcrop in the sea at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
Visitors stand on a deck above the Daepo Jusangjeolli basalt cliffs and turquoise waters.
Visitors stand on a deck above the Daepo Jusangjeolli basalt cliffs and turquoise waters.
A black basalt outcrop with columnar patterns and waves at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
A black basalt outcrop with columnar patterns and waves at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
Stepped basalt shelves rise beneath a dark volcanic wall at Jusangjeolli.
Stepped basalt shelves rise beneath a dark volcanic wall at Jusangjeolli.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
Basalt cliffs and columnar joints stretch into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff.
Hexagonal basalt columns extend into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli.
Hexagonal basalt columns extend into the sea at Daepo Jusangjeolli.
Close-up view of hexagonal basalt columns at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
Close-up view of hexagonal basalt columns at Jusangjeolli Cliffs.
Basalt rock gardens and grasses cover the parkland above the Daepo Jusangjeolli viewpoint.
Basalt rock gardens and grasses cover the parkland above the Daepo Jusangjeolli viewpoint.

Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff was formed by volcanic activity over hundreds of thousands of years. The site, a designated Natural Monument of Korea, is celebrated for its dramatic landscape of hexagonal basalt columns rising from the sea.

The Jusangjeolli Cliffs were formed approximately 140,000 to 250,000 years ago during the Pleistocene Epoch. Lava from the Hallasan volcano flowed into the ocean, cooling rapidly and fracturing into polygonal columns as it contracted.

The resulting structures, called columnar joints, are predominantly hexagonal. The cliffs stretch for about 2 kilometers along the coastline, with some columns reaching up to 40 meters in height.

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Yakcheonsa Temple

Yakcheonsa Temple’s tiered halls rise above palms and forest on a hillside near Seogwipo.
Yakcheonsa Temple’s tiered halls rise above palms and forest on a hillside near Seogwipo.
The Museum of African Art in Seogwipo features a facade styled after West African mud architecture.
The Museum of African Art in Seogwipo features a facade styled after West African mud architecture.
Yakcheonsa Temple stands on a hillside in Seogwipo surrounded by palms and greenery.
Yakcheonsa Temple stands on a hillside in Seogwipo surrounded by palms and greenery.
A stone marker and sign point to the entrance of Yakcheonsa Temple in Seogwipo.
A stone marker and sign point to the entrance of Yakcheonsa Temple in Seogwipo.

After visiting the volcanic cliffs, climb back up to the high Ee-eo-do Road.

Cycle onwards and out of the sprawling Jungmun Tourist Complex. Zoom down a hill to the small Daepo Port (대포포구; map), known for its water sports and yacht tours.

Now power up a moderately challenging 41-meter climb over 2.4 kilometers with a 1.71% gradient (directions).

Halfway up the climb, glance inland and find Yakcheonsa Temple (약천사; map) perched on a slope facing the sea.

Yakcheonsa translates to “temple of medicinal spring,” and is named after a nearby mineral spring—locally known as Dwaeksaemi or Doyaksaem—known for its healing properties.

Wide view of Yakcheonsa Temple beyond palms and crop fields beneath a forested ridge.
Wide view of Yakcheonsa Temple beyond palms and crop fields beneath a forested ridge.
A colorful mosaic decorates a retaining wall beside Ee-eo-do Road in Seogwipo.
A colorful mosaic decorates a retaining wall beside Ee-eo-do Road in Seogwipo.
Ee-eo-do Road in Seogwipo has a bike path shaded by trees and a distant ocean view.
Ee-eo-do Road in Seogwipo has a bike path shaded by trees and a distant ocean view.

The site originally housed a modest hermitage, but gained prominence when Monk Hyein, after arriving in 1981, oversaw substantial construction that culminated in 1996 with the completion of the grand Daejeokgwangjeon hall.

This main hall is celebrated as the largest Buddhist prayer hall in East Asia. Rising approximately 29 to 30 meters high with a floor area of around 3,300 square-meters, it features a Buddha statue constructed from wood sourced from Baekdu Mountain region. It is one of the largest of its kind in South Korea.

The complex also holds a three-story pavilion with an 18-ton bronze bell, a drum hall, monk dormitory, and enshrines spirit tablets of notable royals—the late King Munjong and Queen Hyeondeok, as well as King Yeongchin (Crown Prince Euimin) and Empress Bangja.

Yakcheonsa offers Templestay programs, where Korean and foreign visitors can meditate, participate in tea ceremonies and rituals, and stay overnight in temple lodging.

Gangjeong Port

A catamaran sails along the coast of Seogwipo with a lighthouse in the distance.
A catamaran sails along the coast of Seogwipo with a lighthouse in the distance.
A rural road lined with greenhouses and basalt walls winds through farms near Seogwipo.
A rural road lined with greenhouses and basalt walls winds through farms near Seogwipo.
A curving road climbs beside greenhouses with red walking paths and a lone palm.
A curving road climbs beside greenhouses with red walking paths and a lone palm.
A neighborhood street lined with stone walls and shops descends toward the coast.
A neighborhood street lined with stone walls and shops descends toward the coast.
A rocky stream flows through a green valley toward the sea below Seogwipo.
A rocky stream flows through a green valley toward the sea below Seogwipo.
A basalt‑style balustrade lines a red walking path beside a curving road.
A basalt‑style balustrade lines a red walking path beside a curving road.
Beomseom stands offshore beyond palms and farm greenhouses on Seogwipo’s coast.
Beomseom stands offshore beyond palms and farm greenhouses on Seogwipo’s coast.
Fields and palms frame a small cove opposite Beomseom on Jeju’s southern coast.
Fields and palms frame a small cove opposite Beomseom on Jeju’s southern coast.

Crest the Yakcheonsa Temple hill and travel down along inland roads to the outskirts of Gangjeong Port (강정포구; map). Known as the site of the Jeju Naval Base, the port also holds a low-key traditional village, the inactive Gangjeong Cruise Terminal (map), and Haegwansa Temple (해관사; map), a quiet shrine near the naval base.

Keep pedaling along the high, inland road lined with places to sleep (map) and eat (map).

After about 2 kilometers, turn right at a major intersection (road view) and glide back towards the sea. As you round a bend onto the coastline, spot the tall, craggy face of Beom Island (범섬; map; Beomseom).

The island is one of three ecologically protected islands off the shore of Beophwan Badang Coast, a scenic 1.3-kilometer coastal stretch and a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Beophwan Badang Coast

105.3 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
45%
Palm trees and houses rise above the rocky coast of Beophwan.
Palm trees and houses rise above the rocky coast of Beophwan.
A mural shows Jeju’s haenyeo divers along Olle Trail 7.
A mural shows Jeju’s haenyeo divers along Olle Trail 7.
A shared bike and walking path follows the rocky coast with an islet offshore.
A shared bike and walking path follows the rocky coast with an islet offshore.
Munseom Island rises from the sea off Seogwipo’s volcanic coast.
Munseom Island rises from the sea off Seogwipo’s volcanic coast.
A long coastal path parallels the rocky foreshore toward headlands and villages.
A long coastal path parallels the rocky foreshore toward headlands and villages.
Rugged volcanic rocks line the coast toward the port.
Rugged volcanic rocks line the coast toward the port.
A quiet road runs beside the volcanic coast in Beophwan village.
A quiet road runs beside the volcanic coast in Beophwan village.

Beophwan Badang Coast offers a glimpse into Jeju’s traditional fishing culture and views of three ecologically protected islands off Jeju’s coast.

With its black volcanic coastline, the area is also part of the famous Olle Trail Route 7, which is often regarded as one of the most scenic segments of Jeju’s extensive hiking trails.

Three large uninhabited islands—Beomseom, Museum, Seopseom—lie along the Beophwan Badang Coast. Designated Natural Monuments and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, they form part of the Seogwipo Provincial Marine Park.

Lets take a look at the nearest, Beomseom.

Beomseom

Basalt rocks fill the shore as Beomseom and its islet sit across calm seas.
Basalt rocks fill the shore as Beomseom and its islet sit across calm seas.
Beomseom Island and a nearby islet rise above blue waters.
Beomseom Island and a nearby islet rise above blue waters.
A seaside path curves beside the rocky shore with views toward Beomseom.
A seaside path curves beside the rocky shore with views toward Beomseom.
Beomseom Island and its cliffs seen off Beophwan coast.
Beomseom Island and its cliffs seen off Beophwan coast.

Beom Island (범섬; map; Beomseom) is located about 1.5 kilometers off the Beophwan Badang Coast. It’s named for its resemblance to a crouching tiger.

Formed by underwater volcanic eruptions like Seongsan Ilchulbong, Beom Island features dramatic vertical rock formations and sea caves.

One of the island’s defining features is the presence of twin sea caves. According to local legend, the caves were created by Seolmundae Halmang, the mythical giant credited with forming Jeju Island, as she rested on Hallasan. As she lay down using Hallasan Mountain as a pillow, her toes extended and punched holes into the rock, forming the sea cave.

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Dumuneemul Park

A circular seawater pool sits along the Beophwan shore.
A circular seawater pool sits along the Beophwan shore.
A haenyeo photo board stands by Beophwan’s volcanic shore.
A haenyeo photo board stands by Beophwan’s volcanic shore.
Tidal pools and volcanic rocks line the Beophwan shore.
Tidal pools and volcanic rocks line the Beophwan shore.
A coastal path runs along Beophwan with Munseom in view.
A coastal path runs along Beophwan with Munseom in view.

Begin your cycling journey along the Beophwan Badang Coast in Dumuneemul Park (두머니물공원; map), or “Two Faces Pool.” Since long ago, the park’s freshwater spring has refreshed haenyeo divers after arduous dives and served as a meeting point for community leaders, fostering harmony and resolving disputes over fishing rights.

In fact, the Beophwan area holds the largest population of haenyeo in all of Jeju, hosting the Beophwan Haenyeo School (map) just down the road in Beophwan Port.

From June through October, visitors can join guided muljil (diving) sessions led by local divers at Dumuneemul Park.

Beophwan Port

Fishing boats docked at Beophwan Harbor with islands in distance.
Fishing boats docked at Beophwan Harbor with islands in distance.
A rocky breakwater at Beophwan is lined with folded umbrellas.
A rocky breakwater at Beophwan is lined with folded umbrellas.
Folded umbrellas line a terrace facing the islands off Beophwan.
Folded umbrellas line a terrace facing the islands off Beophwan.

Keep pedaling along the winding and gently undulating coastal road until you land in Beophwan Port (법환포구; map). Also known by the old name “Maksukgae,” Beophwan Port is known for snorkeling, dolphin sightings, and marks the end of the Beophwan Badang Coast.

Beophwan Badang Certification Center

Near the port’s breakwaters, amidst cafés and restaurants, find Jamnyeo Square. It hosts sculptures of sealife and the revered haenyeo divers.

Glance toward its western end and find a red stamp booth. Dismount, take out your Bike Passport, and enter the Beophwan Badang Certification Center (법환바당 인증센터; map) where you can collect your fifth stamp on the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path.

A bronze haenyeo statue stands on a rock at Jamnyeo Square.
A bronze haenyeo statue stands on a rock at Jamnyeo Square.
A red booth marks the Beophwan Badang cycling certification stop.
A red booth marks the Beophwan Badang cycling certification stop.
A statue of a haenyeo diver stands at Jamnyeo Square in Beophwan.
A statue of a haenyeo diver stands at Jamnyeo Square in Beophwan.
A close-up of the Beophwan Badang Certification Center booth sign.
A close-up of the Beophwan Badang Certification Center booth sign.
A mosaic fish sculpture decorates Jamnyeo Square in Beophwan.
A mosaic fish sculpture decorates Jamnyeo Square in Beophwan.
법환바당
인증센터
106 km (66 mi) from start
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Sammae Peak Pass

Climb back aboard your bike, pedal out of Beophwan Port, and begin your climb along one of Jeju’s most challenging cycling hills, the Sammae Peak Pass.

While the ascent begins near sea-level and tops out at 88 meters, it spans over 3.5 kilometers with a 2.51% gradient (directions).

Sokgol Recreation Area
A palm-lined curved road near Beophwan with a haenyeo statue.
A palm-lined curved road near Beophwan with a haenyeo statue.
Munseom and Beomseom islands rise offshore from Seogwipo.
Munseom and Beomseom islands rise offshore from Seogwipo.
A walking and cycling path runs along the roadside near Sammaebong.
A walking and cycling path runs along the roadside near Sammaebong.
Palm trees line a road leading toward apartments near Beophwan.
Palm trees line a road leading toward apartments near Beophwan.
A shaded trail near Sammaebong winds through forested slopes.
A shaded trail near Sammaebong winds through forested slopes.
A small roadside snack shop marks the entrance to the Oedolgae Rock trail in Seogwipo.
A small roadside snack shop marks the entrance to the Oedolgae Rock trail in Seogwipo.
A paved path through greenery near Sammaebong in Seogwipo.
A paved path through greenery near Sammaebong in Seogwipo.
A dolhareubang statue at Sokgol Recreation Area overlooks the coast.
A dolhareubang statue at Sokgol Recreation Area overlooks the coast.

As you reach the summit, pass switchback road leading to a ritzy Marriott compound (map) and then enter a forested stretch known as the Sammae Peak Park (삼매봉공원; map), which centers around Sammaebong or Sammae Peak, a volcanic oreum (parasitic cone) rising to about 153 m above sea level.

The neighborhood park features a pergola, library, Gidang Art Museum, and a pavilion called Namseongjeong (남성정), which offers panoramic views across the southern sea.

Just before you pedal through the middle of the park, find a side road leading downhill (map).

Have time for a short detour or reroute? Cruise down 500 meters to a small parking lot with a gift and fruit shop and find the entrance to a coastal hiking trail (road view). Trek down it two minutes and stumble upon Oedolgae Rock, a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Oedolgae Rock

109.4 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
46.8%
Oedolgae Rock rises near coastal cliffs with Bomsom Island offshore.
Oedolgae Rock rises near coastal cliffs with Bomsom Island offshore.
An informational sign about Oedolgae Rock overlooks the sea with a fishing boat in view.
An informational sign about Oedolgae Rock overlooks the sea with a fishing boat in view.
Close view of Oedolgae with shrubs on top and Munseom beyond.
Close view of Oedolgae with shrubs on top and Munseom beyond.
A coastal path shaded by pines leads to a clifftop overlooking the sea.
A coastal path shaded by pines leads to a clifftop overlooking the sea.
Oedolgae Rock rises sharply from the sea, topped with greenery.
Oedolgae Rock rises sharply from the sea, topped with greenery.
A shaded trail leads through greenery toward the Oedolgae Rock viewpoint.
A shaded trail leads through greenery toward the Oedolgae Rock viewpoint.
A fishing boat passes volcanic rocks near Oedolgae Rock.
A fishing boat passes volcanic rocks near Oedolgae Rock.
Oedolgae Rock stands tall beyond the trees along the coastal viewpoint.
Oedolgae Rock stands tall beyond the trees along the coastal viewpoint.
Shaded stone steps on the hiking route to Oedolgae Rock.
Shaded stone steps on the hiking route to Oedolgae Rock.

Oedolgae Rock (외돌개; map) is a towering, solitary rock pillar and natural wonder of Jeju Island. The rock rises 20 meters above the sea and measures 7 ~ 10 meters wide.

Formed approximately 1.5 million years ago during a volcanic eruption, Oedolgae is a prime example of a sea stack shaped by relentless waves eroding the softer rock surrounding its volcanic core. The result is a dramatic stone pillar set against the backdrop of Seogwipo’s rugged coastline.

Located near Sammaebong, the rock is part of a larger coastal ecosystem featuring steep cliffs, sea caves, and unique rock formations. The area has been recognized as Scenic Site No. 79 since 2011, joining other iconic Jeju landscapes like Sanbang Mountain and Soesokkak.

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Downtown Seogwipo

Now, hike back up to the road. From here, you have two options:

  • Pedal back up where you came from and climb a 40-meter hill, then continue along the main route (directions).
  • Or continue eastward along the low road and tackle a gentler 20-meter ascent (directions).

Either way, you’ll land on Seogwi Bridge (서귀교; map) in the administrative heart of Seogwipo City. Unlike the Jungmung Tourist Complex, this part of the city houses all the government main administrative buildings, including Seogwipo City Hall and the Jeju World Cup Stadium, as well as banks, local shops, cafés and restaurants

Heyy Seogwipo hotel faces an uphill avenue with trees and small shops on the edge of downtown.
Heyy Seogwipo hotel faces an uphill avenue with trees and small shops on the edge of downtown.
The Arang Joeul gateway marks Seogwipo’s dining street with hotels and traffic around the arch.
The Arang Joeul gateway marks Seogwipo’s dining street with hotels and traffic around the arch.
K‑shaped wayfinding arrows stand among trees in Chilsimni Park in downtown Seogwipo.
K‑shaped wayfinding arrows stand among trees in Chilsimni Park in downtown Seogwipo.
An outdoor gym and shaded path provide a quiet recreation corner in Chilsimni Park.
An outdoor gym and shaded path provide a quiet recreation corner in Chilsimni Park.
A basalt dol hareubang stands by a shaded lawn and walkway in Chilsimni Park.
A basalt dol hareubang stands by a shaded lawn and walkway in Chilsimni Park.
A dome‑like steel sculpture anchors a small plaza with benches and nearby shops in central Seogwipo.
A dome‑like steel sculpture anchors a small plaza with benches and nearby shops in central Seogwipo.
Panels and basalt walls outline the Seogwi Fortress site in downtown Seogwipo.
Panels and basalt walls outline the Seogwi Fortress site in downtown Seogwipo.

The area, which includes Seohong (서홍동; map), Daeryun (대륜동; map), and Donghong (동홍동; map) Neighborhoods, is quieter than the Jungmun Tourist Complex, but still shows life around Maeil Olle Market (서귀포매일올레시장; map) and Lee Joong-seop Street (이중섭거리; map), where locals and travelers mingle at food stalls and galleries.

An important landmark is the Jeju World Cup Stadium (제주월드컵경기장; map). With a capacity of about 29,791, the stadium opened in December 2001 and is home to Jeju United FC. Its design structures the shape of nearby volcanic oreums.

Geolmae & Chilsimni Parks

From Seogwi Bridge (서귀교; map), look around you. What’s all that green valley to the north and south of you? That’s Geolmae Eco Park (걸매생태공원; map) and Chilsimni Park (칠십리시공원; map). These pair of parks in the middle of downtown Seogwipo feature protected natural areas, well-maintained walking paths, art sculptures, and Cheonjiyeon Falls, a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Cheonjiyeon Falls

111.3 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
47.6%
Filtered light over a clear stream in Cheonjiyeon Falls park.
Filtered light over a clear stream in Cheonjiyeon Falls park.
Subtropical forest encloses a shaded stream near Cheonjiyeon Falls.
Subtropical forest encloses a shaded stream near Cheonjiyeon Falls.

Cheonjiyeon Falls is one of Jeju Island’s most celebrated natural landmarks. The journey to the falls begins at its ticket office (map) near the waterfront of Seogwipo Port (map).

With a name “Cheonjiyeon” translating to “Pond of Heaven and Earth,” the 22-meter waterfall cascades into a deep, clear pool with surrounding subtropical vegetation, basalt cliffs, and tranquil ambiance.

The pool at the base of the falls is home to the giant mottled eel, a migratory species protected as Natural Monument No. 27. These eels travel thousands of kilometers between freshwater and marine environments to spawn. Although the eels are elusive during the day, their presence highlights the importance of conserving this delicate habitat.

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Cheonjiyeon Falls to Namwon Port

Travel through downtown Seogwipo City and bounce from port to port, veering close to striking cliff-faced islands and a wondrous waterfall pouring itself into the sea.

Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
A workboat idles by Munseom’s sea stack off Seogwipo.
A workboat idles by Munseom’s sea stack off Seogwipo.
Visitors gather on boulders at the base of Jeongbang Falls.
Visitors gather on boulders at the base of Jeongbang Falls.
A stone sculpture faces the sea beside Soesokkak’s black‑sand shore.
A stone sculpture faces the sea beside Soesokkak’s black‑sand shore.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
Jeongbang Falls spills from a forested cliff along a curving rocky coast.
Jeongbang Falls spills from a forested cliff along a curving rocky coast.
Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
Columnar basalt cliffs line the Jaguri coast near the Jeongbang Falls area in Seogwipo.
Columnar basalt cliffs line the Jaguri coast near the Jeongbang Falls area in Seogwipo.
Rows of squid dry above the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
Rows of squid dry above the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
A painted dome signed “Klimt” stands among coastal palms.
A painted dome signed “Klimt” stands among coastal palms.
Directional signs and stairways lead past kiosks toward sea views near the Jeongbang Falls lookout.
Directional signs and stairways lead past kiosks toward sea views near the Jeongbang Falls lookout.
A carved stone monument stands among palms and pines at Soesokkak Park by the sea.
A carved stone monument stands among palms and pines at Soesokkak Park by the sea.

Directions (16.7 km)

Seogwipo Port

From Seogwi Bridge, head onward. Skim through downtown Seogwipo along Chilsimni Park. Pass the entrance gates to Arang Good Food Street (아랑조을거리; map).

After cresting a short hill, roll down to an intersection (road view).

  • Curve left with the main road to stay on the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path.
  • Turn right down a side street for a short 400-meter detour to Seogwipo Port; you’ll descend to the harbor and climb 37 meters back on the return.
Directional signs and stairways lead past kiosks toward sea views near the Jeongbang Falls lookout.
Directional signs and stairways lead past kiosks toward sea views near the Jeongbang Falls lookout.
Fishing boats line the quay at Seogwipo Port.
Fishing boats line the quay at Seogwipo Port.
The sail‑shaped Saeyeongyo Bridge links Seogwipo Port to Saeseom Island.
The sail‑shaped Saeyeongyo Bridge links Seogwipo Port to Saeseom Island.
A white‑and‑blue sightseeing vessel is moored inside Seogwipo Port.
A white‑and‑blue sightseeing vessel is moored inside Seogwipo Port.
A rocky shoreline and blue water stretch south of Seogwipo Port.
A rocky shoreline and blue water stretch south of Seogwipo Port.

Seogwipo Port (서귀포항; map), at the bottom of downtown Seogwipo, is a base of operations for both fishing boats and sightseeing tours around the area’s protected, vibrant seascapes.

Boats for short coastal cruises and the Seogwipo Submarine depart from Seogwipo Port, sailing to the nearby islets of Munseom, Seopseom, and Beomseom, which form Seogwipo Provincial Marine Park and the Jeju Biosphere Reserve.

The submarine tour descends to about 40 meters near Munseom’s soft-coral habitat, celebrated for its diverse marine life.

Saeseom Island & Saeyeongyo Bridge

Seogwipo Port also hosts Saeyeongyo Bridge (새연교; map), a single-pylon pedestrian bridge styled after Jeju’s traditional flat wooden boat (teu).

The bridge spans 169 meters from the port and lands on Sae Island (새섬; map; Saeseom), also called Saeseom. The uninhabited islet just off the coast gets its name from sae grass (silvergrass), once used to build thatched roofs on Jeju houses.

The island holds a natural park with a 1.2-kilometer loop of dirt trails and viewing decks, taking 30 to 40 minutes to complete. From the loop, you’ll find magnificent views of Beomseom, Seopseom, and Munseom.

Munseom

Munseom Island stands low on the horizon beneath summer clouds.
Munseom Island stands low on the horizon beneath summer clouds.
Coastal forest drapes over white volcanic cliffs on Munseom.
Coastal forest drapes over white volcanic cliffs on Munseom.
A forested headland and layered cliffs of Munseom project into open sea.
A forested headland and layered cliffs of Munseom project into open sea.
A tour catamaran approaches Seopseom Island off Seogwipo.
A tour catamaran approaches Seopseom Island off Seogwipo.
Through the porthole, a diver waves during the Seogwipo Submarine tour near Munseom.
Through the porthole, a diver waves during the Seogwipo Submarine tour near Munseom.
A workboat idles by Munseom’s sea stack off Seogwipo.
A workboat idles by Munseom’s sea stack off Seogwipo.
Munseom Island stands low on the horizon beneath summer clouds.
Munseom Island stands low on the horizon beneath summer clouds.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
A scuba diver approaches the viewing port of the Seogwipo Submarine near Munseom Island.
Forest meets pale cliffs along Munseom’s shoreline.
Forest meets pale cliffs along Munseom’s shoreline.

Speaking of Munseom, or Mun Island (문섬; map), Seogwipo Port offers the closest look at this rocky islet, which lies about 1.3 km south of the port’s breakwaters.

Named “Mosquito Island” for its once-plentiful mosquitoes, Munseom is composed of fine-grained volcanic rock (trachyte), sea-stack formations, and wave-cut benches that form its rugged 73-meter-tall cliffs. On top, a dense grove of evergreen trees includes Elaeocarpus, protected as Jeju Natural Monument No. 45.

Jaguri Arts Park & Freshwater Pool

Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
Bronze hands sculpture in Jaguri Park stands before Seopseom Island and the blue sea.
Basalt headlands and calm inlets along the Seogwipo coast with visitors on tidal rocks.
Basalt headlands and calm inlets along the Seogwipo coast with visitors on tidal rocks.
Basalt stonework frames a view of Seopseom Island from the Jaguri coastal path.
Basalt stonework frames a view of Seopseom Island from the Jaguri coastal path.
A quiet street and CU store lead down to Jaguri Park’s freshwater beach in Seogwipo.
A quiet street and CU store lead down to Jaguri Park’s freshwater beach in Seogwipo.
A green lawn in Jaguri Culture & Arts Park overlooks the harbor with Seopseom Island offshore.
A green lawn in Jaguri Culture & Arts Park overlooks the harbor with Seopseom Island offshore.
A wooden footbridge on the Jaguri coastal walk crosses the rocks with Seopseom Island beyond.
A wooden footbridge on the Jaguri coastal walk crosses the rocks with Seopseom Island beyond.
An open lawn and public art at Jaguri Culture & Arts Park frame a view of Seopseom Island.
An open lawn and public art at Jaguri Culture & Arts Park frame a view of Seopseom Island.
Seopseom Island rises from calm blue water off Seogwipo, with forested slopes and pale cliffs.
Seopseom Island rises from calm blue water off Seogwipo, with forested slopes and pale cliffs.

Make your way from the Seogwipo Port area and hop across a few city roads until you reach downtown Seogwipo’s eastern waterfront. There, amidst a carpet of green grass and sculptures, lies Jaguri Culture and Arts Park (자구리문화예술공원; map).

Known for its scenic views of Seopseom and Munseom, the park also features art installations, evening illumination, and walking paths.

Jaguri Culture and Arts Park marks one endpoint of the “Artist’s Walk,” a cultural trail that begins at the Lee Jung-seop Art Museum (map), dedicated to the Korean War–era artist Lee Jung-seop (1916 ~ 1956), whose work bears similarities to Fauvism.

Below Jaguri Culture and Arts Park, along the sea, sits Jaguri Freshwater Pool (자구리공원담수욕장; map). Fed by shore springs (용천수) historically used as drinking water—locals call them “Jaguri-mul”—the pool is popular for wading and kids’ swimming, and there are basic facilities nearby.

Sonammeori Area

Columnar basalt cliffs line the Jaguri coast near the Jeongbang Falls area in Seogwipo.
Columnar basalt cliffs line the Jaguri coast near the Jeongbang Falls area in Seogwipo.
An ornate traditional gateway with stone horse statues marks the Jeongbang Falls area entrance.
An ornate traditional gateway with stone horse statues marks the Jeongbang Falls area entrance.
A tree‑shaded stone path leads toward the Jeongbang Falls area.
A tree‑shaded stone path leads toward the Jeongbang Falls area.
Curved tiled roofs top a yellow garden wall with moon gates near Jeongbang Falls.
Curved tiled roofs top a yellow garden wall with moon gates near Jeongbang Falls.
A traditional stone gate marks the entrance to the Jeongbang Falls park in Seogwipo.
A traditional stone gate marks the entrance to the Jeongbang Falls park in Seogwipo.
A shaded, tree‑lined approach with a tactile strip leads toward the Jeongbang Falls park.
A shaded, tree‑lined approach with a tactile strip leads toward the Jeongbang Falls park.
Carved stone relief panels line a shaded garden wall near Jeongbang Falls.
Carved stone relief panels line a shaded garden wall near Jeongbang Falls.
The Jeongbang Falls ticket office shows admission information and rules at the park entrance in Seogwipo.
The Jeongbang Falls ticket office shows admission information and rules at the park entrance in Seogwipo.

From Jaguri Arts Park, turn left and head up a short hill. Find an ornate traditional gate (road view) stationed before a parking lot and a paved pedestrian walking path. Travel under and into the Sonammeori Area (소남머리; map).

This pine-covered headland and its lava cliffs along the Jaguri Coast witnessed tragic events during the Jeju 4·3 Uprising (1948–49), when an armed rebellion and government suppression led to the deaths of between 15,000 and 30,000 Jeju citizens.

During that time, detainees were interrogated by the military and police, brought to Sonammeori, and executed. The area is recognized as an official 4·3 heritage site, with markers and memorials.

Keep pedaling down the pedestrian area and arrive at a second parking lot on a steep cliffside. At the end of the parking lot, find a ticket booth leading down to Jeongbang Falls—one of Korea’s most famous waterfalls and a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Jeongbang Falls

111.9 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
47.8%
Jeongbang Falls spills from a forested cliff along a curving rocky coast.
Jeongbang Falls spills from a forested cliff along a curving rocky coast.
Munseom Island rises beyond Seogwipo Harbor’s long breakwaters and piers.
Munseom Island rises beyond Seogwipo Harbor’s long breakwaters and piers.
A close view of Jeongbang’s lip shows white veils of water spilling over dark rock.
A close view of Jeongbang’s lip shows white veils of water spilling over dark rock.
Visitors gather on boulders at the base of Jeongbang Falls.
Visitors gather on boulders at the base of Jeongbang Falls.
A twisting pine frames stairs descending toward Jeongbang Falls.
A twisting pine frames stairs descending toward Jeongbang Falls.
Basalt cliffs and a boulder shore surround the basin beneath Jeongbang Falls.
Basalt cliffs and a boulder shore surround the basin beneath Jeongbang Falls.
Lower cascades drop to a calm pool while sightseers wade at the edge of Jeongbang Falls.
Lower cascades drop to a calm pool while sightseers wade at the edge of Jeongbang Falls.

Jeongbang Falls is the only waterfall in Korea where water flows directly into the sea. Situated about 1.5 kilometers southeast of downtown Seogwipo, the 23-meter-high falls, fed by the Donghong Stream, cascade over a rugged volcanic cliff into the open ocean.

It is also one of the few waterfalls in the world where freshwater flows directly into the ocean—a rare feature that sets it apart on Jeju and globally. The dual streams create a roar that echoes through the nearby cliffs, especially after heavy rainfall.

Jeongbang is steeped in local legends. According to one tale, a sacred dragon resides beneath the falls, its spirit capable of healing ailments and bringing rain to end droughts. Many visitors feel a sense of reverence for the mythical energy attributed to the site.

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Sojeongbang Waterfall

Seogwipo KAL Hotel rises above palms and dense greenery.
Seogwipo KAL Hotel rises above palms and dense greenery.
A painted dome signed “Klimt” stands among coastal palms.
A painted dome signed “Klimt” stands among coastal palms.
A palm‑lined hill road passes a modern lodge and gardens.
A palm‑lined hill road passes a modern lodge and gardens.
Hydrangeas brighten a Seogwipo roadside with hills beyond.
Hydrangeas brighten a Seogwipo roadside with hills beyond.
A pine path overlooks the sea at Socheonji on the Jaguri coast.
A pine path overlooks the sea at Socheonji on the Jaguri coast.

Head out from the Jeongbang Falls parking lot and follow an access road onto Chilsimni-ro (칠십리로; map). As you pedal along, notice an expanse of green covering the coastal lowland. It holds a few notable stopovers, from the Seogwipo KAL Hotel (서귀포KAL호텔; map) to the small but charming book café Sora’s Castle (map).

Amid the man-made attractions, you’ll also find Sojeongbang Waterfall (소정방폭포; map). This 5-meter-high waterfall lies only 300 meters east of the more popular Jeongbang Falls and offers a quieter, more leafy setting. Though smaller and less famed, Sojeongbang means fewer crowds and more greenery.

Gudumi Port

Curl around the green lowland on a high ridge and veer off Chilsimni-ro. Zoom down a gentle descent.

Near a hiking trail beneath a patch of trees, look for a stone marker reading Socheonji (소천지; map; road view). This short route gets its name—“small Cheonji”—because the freshwater pools it passes resemble the famed crater lake atop Baekdu Mountain on the North Korea–China border.

At the end of the section, round a bend into Gudumi Port (구두미포구; map). This tiny fishing cove takes its name, “Gudumi,” from its turtle-like shape along the coast. Its waters are known as a great place for casual swimming, snorkeling, and fishing.

Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
Skiffs rest inside the breakwater as Seopseom Island rises offshore.
A deck by the Tourist Information Cafe looks to Seopseom Island.
A deck by the Tourist Information Cafe looks to Seopseom Island.
A haenyeo mural marks the Jaguri walk with Seopseom Island beyond.
A haenyeo mural marks the Jaguri walk with Seopseom Island beyond.
Forested Seopseom Island stands off Seogwipo with pale sea cliffs.
Forested Seopseom Island stands off Seogwipo with pale sea cliffs.
A coastal bike lane follows the shore toward Gudumi Port.
A coastal bike lane follows the shore toward Gudumi Port.
Munseom’s eastern cliffs drop to the blue water below.
Munseom’s eastern cliffs drop to the blue water below.
Basalt rocks frame a wide view toward Seopseom Island.
Basalt rocks frame a wide view toward Seopseom Island.
Outdoor gym equipment faces Seopseom Island across the water.
Outdoor gym equipment faces Seopseom Island across the water.
A workboat passes Seopseom Island's pinnacled headland.
A workboat passes Seopseom Island's pinnacled headland.

Seopseom

But Gudumi Port’s main claim to fame is its view. Just 400 meters from its breakwaters sits Seop Island (섭섬; map), or Seopseom—the third of three uninhabited, protected islets off Jeju’s south coast. Photographers often visit Gudumi to frame the port’s small fleet with the islet and sunset in the background.

Seopseom’s name means “Island of Dense Forest,” but its most noticeable feature is its fine-grained volcanic rock, which rises 155 meters above sea level in steep hillsides and cliffs.

Though Seopseom has a less flamboyant underwater environment than Munseom or Beomseom, its hard-coral formations attract both amateur and intermediate divers.

Bomok Port

Volcanic crags and a lone pine sit near Gudumi’s lighthouse.
Volcanic crags and a lone pine sit near Gudumi’s lighthouse.
A cycling route sign points along a stone‑walled lane.
A cycling route sign points along a stone‑walled lane.
A pine‑shaded cove and pebble beach sit below cottages.
A pine‑shaded cove and pebble beach sit below cottages.
Boats moor inside a harbor channel with a red lighthouse.
Boats moor inside a harbor channel with a red lighthouse.
A dolharubang stands beside a coastal road and palms.
A dolharubang stands beside a coastal road and palms.
Red and white lighthouses mark Gudumi Port’s breakwaters.
Red and white lighthouses mark Gudumi Port’s breakwaters.
Red and white lighthouses stand on breakwaters guarding Hahyo Port.
Red and white lighthouses stand on breakwaters guarding Hahyo Port.
Fishing boats rest inside Hahyo Port as a red harbor light marks the entrance.
Fishing boats rest inside Hahyo Port as a red harbor light marks the entrance.
Rippled basalt slabs drop to clear water on Jeju’s south coast.
Rippled basalt slabs drop to clear water on Jeju’s south coast.
Fishing boats line the quay inside Hahyo Port below the white breakwater light.
Fishing boats line the quay inside Hahyo Port below the white breakwater light.

Pedal past the port. At its end, turn inland and navigate through the village houses of Bomok Neighborhood (보목동; map).

Roll up and down short but steep roadways, then turn right (road view) to follow the blue cycling lines, which guide you back to the seaside and Bomok Port (보목포구; map).

This picturesque harbor is known for its basalt stone staircase descending into the sea and for jari-mulhoe (자리물회; map), a cold raw damselfish soup. This Jeju specialty is popular in summer when damselfish are in season.

Travel just east of the port to Jejigi Oreum (제지기오름; map). This small volcanic cone takes about 10–15 minutes to hike and offers a broad view of Seogwipo Bay, including Seopseom, Munseom, Beomseom, and even Hallasan on a clear day.

Hahyo Soesokkak Beach

A stone sculpture faces the sea beside Soesokkak’s black‑sand shore.
A stone sculpture faces the sea beside Soesokkak’s black‑sand shore.
A carved stone monument stands among palms and pines at Soesokkak Park by the sea.
A carved stone monument stands among palms and pines at Soesokkak Park by the sea.
Black‑sand stretches toward a rocky point at Soesokkak Beach on Jeju’s south coast.
Black‑sand stretches toward a rocky point at Soesokkak Beach on Jeju’s south coast.
Overturned yellow rowboats rest on the lawn beneath trees at Soesokkak.
Overturned yellow rowboats rest on the lawn beneath trees at Soesokkak.
A quiet seaside road curves past trees and planters toward the waterfront at Soesokkak.
A quiet seaside road curves past trees and planters toward the waterfront at Soesokkak.

Now wheel along the coast for about a kilometer past a row of seafront accommodations (map), cafés (map), and restaurants (map).

The blue-lined road narrows and climbs a bluff to a high-angle view of long breakwaters topped with red and white lighthouses (road view). That’s Hahyo Port (하효항; map), a small working harbor where recreational charter boats operate, including seasonal squid outings (한치).

Wind down the bluff and through Hahyo Port, passing a quay with a small trick-art photo zone. Immediately beside the harbor sits Hahyo Soesokkak Beach (하효쇠소깍해변; map), a pocket of black sand created by erosion of nearby basalt at the mouth of Hyodon Stream (효돈천; Hyodoncheon; map).

At the end of the beach, the road curves away from a mass of green trees. The trees hide the calm, tranquil waters of the Soesokkak Estuary—a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Soesokkak Certification Center

Close view of the Soesokkak certification booth signage and solar panel.
Close view of the Soesokkak certification booth signage and solar panel.
The red certification booth for the Jeju Circular Bicycle Path stands under a solar panel at Soesokkak.
The red certification booth for the Jeju Circular Bicycle Path stands under a solar panel at Soesokkak.
The drop box and cycling passport inside the Soesokkak certification booth.
The drop box and cycling passport inside the Soesokkak certification booth.
A red cycling certification booth and route map stand in the grass at Soesokkak.
A red cycling certification booth and route map stand in the grass at Soesokkak.

Before exploring the estuary, check the grassy courtyard where Hahyo Soesokkak Beach meets Soesokkak Estuary. It holds nautical decorations and a red stamp booth. Hop off your bike, step inside, and collect the Soesokkak Certification Center (쇠소깍 인증센터; map) stamp in your Bike Passport.

쇠소깍
인증센터
119 km (74 mi) from start
  • Bike Passport Page 40
  • Certification Center: ❌
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Soesokkak certification center checkpoint stamp for Korea's Bicycle Certification system.

Soesokkak Estuary

118.7 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
50.7%
A quiet gorge of dark lava cliffs and pines holds still water at Soesokkak.
A quiet gorge of dark lava cliffs and pines holds still water at Soesokkak.
A narrow water channel cuts between basalt walls beneath forest at Soesokkak.
A narrow water channel cuts between basalt walls beneath forest at Soesokkak.
Small boats and a floating dock sit where the Soesokkak estuary opens to the sea.
Small boats and a floating dock sit where the Soesokkak estuary opens to the sea.
A tree-lined sidewalk with pebble footpath parallels the road near Soesokkak.
A tree-lined sidewalk with pebble footpath parallels the road near Soesokkak.
The narrow gorge at Soesokkak leads inland between forested rock walls.
The narrow gorge at Soesokkak leads inland between forested rock walls.
Wooden boardwalks and stairs climb through dense forest above the estuary at Soesokkak.
Wooden boardwalks and stairs climb through dense forest above the estuary at Soesokkak.
The calm estuary at Soesokkak opens to the sea, seen from a shaded viewing deck.
The calm estuary at Soesokkak opens to the sea, seen from a shaded viewing deck.
Trees reflect in the calm green water of the Soesokkak gorge.
Trees reflect in the calm green water of the Soesokkak gorge.
Rugged basalt forms pools and a narrow channel leading into the Soesokkak gorge.
Rugged basalt forms pools and a narrow channel leading into the Soesokkak gorge.

Soesokkak Estuary (쇠소깍; map) is a short, lava-cut gorge at the mouth of Hyodon Stream (Hyodoncheon).

The estuary marks the meeting point of fresh and salt water, forming a deep, emerald-green pool surrounded by volcanic rock formations and pine forest. Traditional flat wooden rafts (teu) run short out-and-back rides on its waters, and canoes are also available for rent.

The estuary was once called “Soedun” because the pool and banks resembled a cow at rest. Over time the name settled as “Soesokkak,” literally “cow-pool-end” (soe = cow, so = pool, kkak = end).

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Iljudong Road & Wimi Port Pass

Finished exploring the hidden coastal gem? Climb back on your bicycle. Head up the estuary and cross a bridge. Glance down to trace the estuary’s rocky path as it winds to the sea.

Continue along the road and turn left (not right) at the first T-intersection (road view). After a few hundred meters, join Iljudong Road (일주동로; map; road view), a coastal Seogwipo thoroughfare running from downtown Seogwipo to Seongsan Ilchulbong on Jeju’s east side.

A small cove appears through leaves and vines along the Soesokkak trail.
A small cove appears through leaves and vines along the Soesokkak trail.
Saeyeongyo Bridge links Seogwipo Port to Saeseom above calm harbor water.
Saeyeongyo Bridge links Seogwipo Port to Saeseom above calm harbor water.
A riverside path follows the Soesokkak gorge beside basalt pools and summer greenery.
A riverside path follows the Soesokkak gorge beside basalt pools and summer greenery.
A steaming ramen bowl with pork belly and sprouts at a Seogwipo eatery.
A steaming ramen bowl with pork belly and sprouts at a Seogwipo eatery.
A quiet basalt‑walled lane winds through homes near Mangjang Port.
A quiet basalt‑walled lane winds through homes near Mangjang Port.
Fishing boats cross calm water beyond the basalt headland near Mangjang Port.
Fishing boats cross calm water beyond the basalt headland near Mangjang Port.

We won’t take it that far. This six-lane highway carries us 8 kilometers (directions), mostly at an arm’s-length from the coastline, passing the backsides of a handful of small harbors.

The first notable feature is a small climb. After first meeting the road, make a short descent and then begin a 41-meter climb over 4.8 kilometers with a very gentle 0.8% gradient (directions).

Wimi Port

As you travel the inland section, you’ll skirt the outskirts of Wimi Port (위미항; map). If you’re up for a couple-hundred-meter detour, coast down to the quay and check out its fleet—over 700 full-time fishers targeting tilefish (okdom), amberjack (bang-eo), and damselfish (jari-dom).

The port also features a new pedestrian sightseeing bridge called “Wimi Way,” crossing the inner harbor (road view). The 198-meter footbridge offers views of Jigwido Island.

Thanks to its southern location, many visitors flock here in mid-March to see some of Korea’s earliest cherry blossoms.

A carved lava‑rock marker faces reefs and a lighthouse on the Namwon coast.
A carved lava‑rock marker faces reefs and a lighthouse on the Namwon coast.
A village street slopes to the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
A village street slopes to the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
Fresh squid dry on ropes along the coastal road near Namwon Port.
Fresh squid dry on ropes along the coastal road near Namwon Port.
Basalt tide pools border the coast near Namwon Port’s waterfront homes.
Basalt tide pools border the coast near Namwon Port’s waterfront homes.

Keuneong Coastal Scenic Area

Continue along Iljudong Road’s protected cycling lane until the blue cycling lines and signs point you right (road view). Drop 700 meters straight down a side road to reach the coast again.

Before heading east along the shore, note the patch of green to your right (road view). Known as the Namwon Keuneong Coast (남원 큰엉해안; map), this section offers short trails traversing 30-meter-tall, 200-meter-long lava cliffs with observatory decks and rest areas.

The area’s name comes from a Jeju term for “hill,” describing cliffs with sea caves that gape like an open mouth to the sea.

Moored boats sit below an arched bridge and playground at Namwon Port.
Moored boats sit below an arched bridge and playground at Namwon Port.
Rows of squid dry above the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
Rows of squid dry above the seawall near Namwon Port in Seogwipo.
Fishing boats rest below an arched bridge and playground in Namwon Port.
Fishing boats rest below an arched bridge and playground in Namwon Port.
Fishing boats and quay cranes line the harbor basin at Namwon Port.
Fishing boats and quay cranes line the harbor basin at Namwon Port.

Namwon Port

Power along the coast for another kilometer to Namwon Port (남원항; map). This small working harbor—famous for summer squid hauls—marks the starting point of Jeju Olle Trail Route 5 and offers plenty of places to eat (map) and stay (map).

Namwon Port to Pyoseon Beach

Travel a quiet section along Jeju’s southeast coast. Pass ancient battlements and small ports. Finish at an expansive beach and an open-air museum.

A white harbor beacon stands on the breakwater near Shiheung-ri under clear skies.
A white harbor beacon stands on the breakwater near Shiheung-ri under clear skies.
Twin haenyeo statues stand on basalt pedestals at Pyoseon Beach during low tide with sand and headlands behind.
Twin haenyeo statues stand on basalt pedestals at Pyoseon Beach during low tide with sand and headlands behind.
A courtyard at Jeju Folk Village shows a thatched storage stack and a cottage with household tools under shade.
A courtyard at Jeju Folk Village shows a thatched storage stack and a cottage with household tools under shade.
A coastal road curves by a basalt seawall with lava rocks and calm surf near Taeheung.
A coastal road curves by a basalt seawall with lava rocks and calm surf near Taeheung.
Fishing boats moor along a tire‑lined quay at Pyoseon Port.
Fishing boats moor along a tire‑lined quay at Pyoseon Port.
Fishing boats rest in the basin at Sinheung-ri Port below a breakwater and lighthouse.
Fishing boats rest in the basin at Sinheung-ri Port below a breakwater and lighthouse.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
Steps lead up to the boat-shaped viewing deck above Pyoseon Beach sand flats.
Steps lead up to the boat-shaped viewing deck above Pyoseon Beach sand flats.
Fan palms and pines reach into a clear sky on Jeju’s south coast.
Fan palms and pines reach into a clear sky on Jeju’s south coast.
Green slopes descend to basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri where low tide reveals rock pools and gentle waves.
Green slopes descend to basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri where low tide reveals rock pools and gentle waves.
A painted taeguk and iron ring detail the gate at Jeju Folk Village.
A painted taeguk and iron ring detail the gate at Jeju Folk Village.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
Haenyeo statues and lava rocks sit on Pyoseon Beach’s sand flat under a clear sky with lagoon.
Haenyeo statues and lava rocks sit on Pyoseon Beach’s sand flat under a clear sky with lagoon.
Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
Two shell-covered cairns and a haenyeo diver statue face the sea on a turnout near Sinheung-ri with parking ahead.
Two shell-covered cairns and a haenyeo diver statue face the sea on a turnout near Sinheung-ri with parking ahead.
A bicycle leans on lava stones by palms and a pavilion at a Taeheung coastal park.
A bicycle leans on lava stones by palms and a pavilion at a Taeheung coastal park.
Shallow tidal pools and stone walls sit on a basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with a small pier reaching to the sea.
Shallow tidal pools and stone walls sit on a basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with a small pier reaching to the sea.

Directions (16.6 km)

Taeheung Hwanhaejang Fortress

A coastal road curves by a basalt seawall with lava rocks and calm surf near Taeheung.
A coastal road curves by a basalt seawall with lava rocks and calm surf near Taeheung.
A bicycle leans on lava stones by palms and a pavilion at a Taeheung coastal park.
A bicycle leans on lava stones by palms and a pavilion at a Taeheung coastal park.
Shrubs frame a calm view toward the rocky Taeheung shoreline on Jeju’s south coast.
Shrubs frame a calm view toward the rocky Taeheung shoreline on Jeju’s south coast.
Fan palms and pines reach into a clear sky on Jeju’s south coast.
Fan palms and pines reach into a clear sky on Jeju’s south coast.
A palm‑lined road curves toward the coast in Taeheung on Jeju’s south shore.
A palm‑lined road curves toward the coast in Taeheung on Jeju’s south shore.
Basalt boulders front a low seawall and coastal road at Taeheung.
Basalt boulders front a low seawall and coastal road at Taeheung.
A park lawn with pines and a pavilion sits behind a coastal seawall at Taeheung.
A park lawn with pines and a pavilion sits behind a coastal seawall at Taeheung.
A coastal road with a blue bike lane curves toward breakwaters near Taeheung.
A coastal road with a blue bike lane curves toward breakwaters near Taeheung.

Push off from Namwon Port and continue along the coast. Notice low stacks of volcanic rock lining the shore (road view). These are not natural formations but sections of the island’s coastal defense walls, known as Hwanhaejangseong (환해장성), which once ran for long stretches around Jeju’s coastline.

In this area they’re called Taeheung Hwanhaejang Fortress (태흥환해장성; map). The walls were first built during the Goryeo period (918–1392) and were repaired and expanded in the Joseon era (1392–1897) to defend against pirates and other maritime threats.

Much of the Taeheung section is now damaged or collapsed. Short, scattered remains are visible along the shoreline. Though not a developed tourist site, these walls are among the few surviving traces of Jeju’s early coastal defense system.

Taeheung 1-ri & Taeheung 2-ri Ports

A tetrapod‑lined breakwater and red beacon guard the harbor at Taeheung.
A tetrapod‑lined breakwater and red beacon guard the harbor at Taeheung.
Fishing boats rest on calm water inside the protected basin at Taeheung harbor.
Fishing boats rest on calm water inside the protected basin at Taeheung harbor.
Container murals and squid‑fishing lights line the quay at Taeheung harbor.
Container murals and squid‑fishing lights line the quay at Taeheung harbor.
A curved revetment and sidewalk run above a lava‑rock shore near Taeheung.
A curved revetment and sidewalk run above a lava‑rock shore near Taeheung.
Tide pools reflect the sky below tetrapod breakwaters and a red lighthouse at Taeheung.
Tide pools reflect the sky below tetrapod breakwaters and a red lighthouse at Taeheung.
Traffic and shared path signs mark a seaside curve with a bike lane at Taeheung.
Traffic and shared path signs mark a seaside curve with a bike lane at Taeheung.
A colorful cafe with outdoor seating stands along the coastal road at Taeheung.
A colorful cafe with outdoor seating stands along the coastal road at Taeheung.

Follow the volcanic coastline on coastal roads with a bike-lane shoulder.

Up ahead, reach Taeheung 1-ri Port (태흥1리포구; map), the first of two ports in Taeheung Village (map). It sits at the mouth of Uigwi Stream (map) where it meets the Korea Strait.

Locals also call this spot Naetgakmok. The port serves inshore boats and shore anglers and was rebuilt after Typhoon Hinnamnor (2022). A handful of restaurants (map) and accommodations (map) sit nearby.

Continue through covered aquaculture facilities farming abalone and sea cucumbers along the sea.

Next, a cluster of sports fields and a water park (map) mark your approach to Taeheung 2-ri Port (태흥2리포구; map).

Larger than its neighbor, it anchors Jeju’s “Okdom Village,” known for red tilefish (okdom; 옥돔). Taeheung 2-ri also runs Jeju’s only village-managed tilefish auction.

Public auctions are typically held most days at 1:00 pm (except the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Sundays). Visitors can observe the auction and buy same-day catches such as tilefish and croaker, with nearby restaurants ready to prepare the fish.

Two Ports

A rocky cove and white beacon sit near Shiheung-ri on Jeju’s south coast.
A rocky cove and white beacon sit near Shiheung-ri on Jeju’s south coast.
A white harbor beacon stands on the breakwater near Shiheung-ri under clear skies.
A white harbor beacon stands on the breakwater near Shiheung-ri under clear skies.
Chairs line a lava-rock walkway by the water at Taeheung with harbor walls in the distance.
Chairs line a lava-rock walkway by the water at Taeheung with harbor walls in the distance.
A wide view shows Jeju’s rocky south shore near Taeheung stretching toward villages.
A wide view shows Jeju’s rocky south shore near Taeheung stretching toward villages.
A coastal road curves along the Sinheung-ri shoreline in Namwon, with basalt rocks and low waves lining the coast.
A coastal road curves along the Sinheung-ri shoreline in Namwon, with basalt rocks and low waves lining the coast.
Wind-shaped pines and palms line a narrow seaside lane near Sinheung-ri, where the road traces volcanic rock.
Wind-shaped pines and palms line a narrow seaside lane near Sinheung-ri, where the road traces volcanic rock.

Flow past the Taeheung ports and hug basalt coastlines as they rise and fall along Jeju’s southeastern edge.

A few kilometers later, roll into Deokdol Port (덕돌포구; map). Surrounded by aquaculture farms, the port’s clear water and stone seawalls show local fishing culture. Anglers visit its breakwaters for rockfish, sea bream, and cuttlefish.

Just west, pass the seafront MoCada Cafe (모카다방; map). With a distinctive yellow storefront, it’s known for retro decor and desserts and smoothies using local ingredients.

Continue along a narrowing coastal road (one-lane wide) to Sinheung Village Port (신흥리포구; map). This compact harbor has basalt shelves and a short inner wall. Local anglers target seabass, bigfin reef squid, and red seabream.

Sehwa Village

Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
Hydrangea blooms rise above a rail with the blue sea beyond near Pyoseon and Sinheung-ri.
The Il-ju Road corridor climbs toward a crest in Namwon with a bike lane, signals, and light traffic.
The Il-ju Road corridor climbs toward a crest in Namwon with a bike lane, signals, and light traffic.
A long stretch of Il-ju Road runs through Namwon with shops, signals, and a painted cycling lane.
A long stretch of Il-ju Road runs through Namwon with shops, signals, and a painted cycling lane.
A two-lane road descends toward a rocky inlet near Sinheung-ri, with a bike sign and breakwater beyond.
A two-lane road descends toward a rocky inlet near Sinheung-ri, with a bike sign and breakwater beyond.
A curve in the road passes an information pavilion above Sinheung-ri Port with bollards.
A curve in the road passes an information pavilion above Sinheung-ri Port with bollards.
Fishing boats rest in the basin at Sinheung-ri Port below a breakwater and lighthouse.
Fishing boats rest in the basin at Sinheung-ri Port below a breakwater and lighthouse.
A stone-clad restaurant advertising haenyeo seafood stands by the road at Sinheung-ri, with signs and sea beyond.
A stone-clad restaurant advertising haenyeo seafood stands by the road at Sinheung-ri, with signs and sea beyond.
A square stone platform and shade pavilion stand by wind-shaped pines on the basalt shore near Sinheung-ri.
A square stone platform and shade pavilion stand by wind-shaped pines on the basalt shore near Sinheung-ri.
Two shell-covered cairns and a haenyeo diver statue face the sea on a turnout near Sinheung-ri with parking ahead.
Two shell-covered cairns and a haenyeo diver statue face the sea on a turnout near Sinheung-ri with parking ahead.

After the small ports, rejoin Iljudong Road (map), Seogwipo City’s main coastal road leading toward Seongsan Ilchulbong.

Along the busy thoroughfare, climb a 29-meter hill at a gentle 1.25% gradient along the protected bicycle lane. After about 3 km (directions), cross a second freshwater stream and turn right (road view).

Return to the coast at Sehwa Village (세화리; map) below Mae Oreum (매오름; map) in Pyoseon Town (표선면; map). Haenyeo (female divers) work from the local port, and nearby restaurants serve their catch.
 Along the shoreline, bulteok (불턱) appear as paved pads among the basalt, with low windbreak walls and fireplaces where haenyeo change, prepare for dives, warm up, and talk.

Fishing Spots

An S-curve in the road approaches a lighthouse near Sinheung-ri.
An S-curve in the road approaches a lighthouse near Sinheung-ri.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
A stone footpath crosses jagged basalt to a small lighthouse on Jeju’s south coast near Sinheung-ri.
A broad basalt field stretches along the Sinheung-ri shore at low tide, with surf, grasses, and utility lines in view.
A broad basalt field stretches along the Sinheung-ri shore at low tide, with surf, grasses, and utility lines in view.
Shallow tidal pools and stone walls sit on a basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with a small pier reaching to the sea.
Shallow tidal pools and stone walls sit on a basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with a small pier reaching to the sea.
Cyclists ride along a curving coastal road near Sinheung-ri with greenery, barriers, and blue bike markings.
Cyclists ride along a curving coastal road near Sinheung-ri with greenery, barriers, and blue bike markings.
A wooden pavilion stands above the basalt coast near Sinheung-ri, facing calm blue water and low surf.
A wooden pavilion stands above the basalt coast near Sinheung-ri, facing calm blue water and low surf.
A separated bike lane runs beside a two-lane road on the basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with scaffolding nearby.
A separated bike lane runs beside a two-lane road on the basalt shore near Sinheung-ri with scaffolding nearby.
Workers stand on scaffolding around a roadside building near Sinheung-ri with palms and vehicles parked below.
Workers stand on scaffolding around a roadside building near Sinheung-ri with palms and vehicles parked below.
A slim communications mast rises above basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri with guy wires across calm water.
A slim communications mast rises above basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri with guy wires across calm water.
Green slopes descend to basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri where low tide reveals rock pools and gentle waves.
Green slopes descend to basalt reefs near Sinheung-ri where low tide reveals rock pools and gentle waves.
Basalt rocks at White Hill on the Pyoseon coast with open sea views.
Basalt rocks at White Hill on the Pyoseon coast with open sea views.

Continue east along the coast. Pass Geomeun Meocheo (거문머처; map), a rocky point with a white lighthouse. The name means “black reef,” a nod to its dark basalt. Local anglers use the reefs here for fishing.

Continue on the road and climb a gentle 9-meter hill past the Jeju Marine Fisheries Research Institute (map), which monitors fish stocks and the marine environment. Then pass White Hill (흰동산; map, Huin-dongsan), named for the white foam that breaks over its light-colored stones. Anglers target bream and wrasse.

Pyoseon Port

Fishing boats moor along a tire‑lined quay at Pyoseon Port.
Fishing boats moor along a tire‑lined quay at Pyoseon Port.
A white lighthouse beyond the basalt rocks of White Hill on Pyoseon’s coast.
A white lighthouse beyond the basalt rocks of White Hill on Pyoseon’s coast.
A glass‑fronted resort and palm‑lined lawns near Pyoseon Beach.
A glass‑fronted resort and palm‑lined lawns near Pyoseon Beach.
Basalt fields and scrub along White Hill with a distant lighthouse.
Basalt fields and scrub along White Hill with a distant lighthouse.
Calm inner basin at Pyoseon Port with moored craft and a long breakwater.
Calm inner basin at Pyoseon Port with moored craft and a long breakwater.
Curving main street with shops and a bike lane near Pyoseon Port.
Curving main street with shops and a bike lane near Pyoseon Port.
Pyoseon’s white lighthouse framed by hydrangeas above the lava shore.
Pyoseon’s white lighthouse framed by hydrangeas above the lava shore.
A wooden pavilion stands by outdoor fitness gear beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
A wooden pavilion stands by outdoor fitness gear beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
A curved street leads into Pyoseon town center near the beach.
A curved street leads into Pyoseon town center near the beach.

After passing a seaside resort, curve around a headland to reach Pyoseon Port (표선항; map).

Historically called Dangpo (당포) or Danggae (당개), the harbor developed during the Joseon period and expanded in 1915 when Japanese abalone boats based here.

Today, about 30–50 fishing boats operate from the port. A cluster of seafood restaurants (map) serves the catch. The Pyoseon 5-Day Market (표선5일시장; map) runs on days ending in 2 and 7 and sells local produce and seafood.

Pyoseon Beach

Steps lead up to the boat-shaped viewing deck above Pyoseon Beach sand flats.
Steps lead up to the boat-shaped viewing deck above Pyoseon Beach sand flats.
Haenyeo statues and lava rocks sit on Pyoseon Beach’s sand flat under a clear sky with lagoon.
Haenyeo statues and lava rocks sit on Pyoseon Beach’s sand flat under a clear sky with lagoon.
A broad tidal flat stretches across Pyoseon Beach at low tide with an amphitheater and white tents by the sea.
A broad tidal flat stretches across Pyoseon Beach at low tide with an amphitheater and white tents by the sea.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
A stone figure stands by benches facing the broad tidal flats at Pyoseon.
A wide view over Pyoseon’s extensive tidal flats meets the East Sea.
A wide view over Pyoseon’s extensive tidal flats meets the East Sea.
Statues of Jeju haenyeo divers rise from basalt by the Pyoseon lagoon as people relax on the sandbar.
Statues of Jeju haenyeo divers rise from basalt by the Pyoseon lagoon as people relax on the sandbar.
A ram sculpture on the Pyoseon Beach walkway shows basalt texture and horns with more animal figures.
A ram sculpture on the Pyoseon Beach walkway shows basalt texture and horns with more animal figures.
From basalt stools, the view opens across Pyoseon Beach flats toward village buildings and a low volcanic hill.
From basalt stools, the view opens across Pyoseon Beach flats toward village buildings and a low volcanic hill.
Stone stools and animal sculptures line the grassy promenade at Pyoseon Beach, facing the lagoon and open sea.
Stone stools and animal sculptures line the grassy promenade at Pyoseon Beach, facing the lagoon and open sea.
A shallow tidal channel winds across the exposed flats at Pyoseon.
A shallow tidal channel winds across the exposed flats at Pyoseon.
A row of circular basalt stools lines the Pyoseon Beach promenade above the sand with buildings.
A row of circular basalt stools lines the Pyoseon Beach promenade above the sand with buildings.
Streetlamps and bollards line the coastal road beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
Streetlamps and bollards line the coastal road beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
Twin haenyeo statues stand on basalt pedestals at Pyoseon Beach during low tide with sand and headlands behind.
Twin haenyeo statues stand on basalt pedestals at Pyoseon Beach during low tide with sand and headlands behind.
Basalt animal sculptures line the promenade at Pyoseon Beach with broad tidal flats stretching beyond.
Basalt animal sculptures line the promenade at Pyoseon Beach with broad tidal flats stretching beyond.
From a rise, the viewing deck and broad sand flats of Pyoseon Beach stretch toward the water.
From a rise, the viewing deck and broad sand flats of Pyoseon Beach stretch toward the water.
Visitors cross the wide tidal flats at Pyoseon Beach during low tide.
Visitors cross the wide tidal flats at Pyoseon Beach during low tide.
A wooden pavilion stands by outdoor fitness gear beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
A wooden pavilion stands by outdoor fitness gear beside Pyoseon’s tidal flats.
A narrow path follows the forest edge beside Pyoseon Beach toward the shore.
A narrow path follows the forest edge beside Pyoseon Beach toward the shore.

Just beyond Pyoseon Port, Pyoseon Beach (표선해변; map) sits in a shallow bay and changes shape with the tide.

  • At low tide, a broad sand flat appears, extending up to 500 meters from the shoreline into the bay.
  • At mid to high tide, the beach becomes a knee- to waist-deep lagoon (around 1 meter).

Pyoseon Beach has fine, shell-based sand and a gentle slope, creating wide areas for wading and swimming.

Plan around the tides: visit at mid to high tide for swimming and wading; go at low tide for long shoreline walks.

Facilities include restrooms, changing rooms, showers, and shaded picnic areas. During the official summer period, lifeguards staff the inner arc. Nearby accommodations range from hotels to budget guesthouses.

Pyoseon Beach Certification Center

A dolhareubang statue stands by a red phone booth on the Pyoseon promenade with palms and pines behind.
A dolhareubang statue stands by a red phone booth on the Pyoseon promenade with palms and pines behind.
A road bike leans against a snail sculpture in the park above Pyoseon Beach with views of the stage and sand.
A road bike leans against a snail sculpture in the park above Pyoseon Beach with views of the stage and sand.
Close-up of the basalt face of a Jeju dolhareubang near Pyoseon Beach shows pitted stone.
Close-up of the basalt face of a Jeju dolhareubang near Pyoseon Beach shows pitted stone.
The Pyoseon Beach promenade runs past a red phone booth and dolhareubang statue.
The Pyoseon Beach promenade runs past a red phone booth and dolhareubang statue.
Inside the red phone booth at Pyoseon Beach, a house-shaped locker serves cyclists with maps.
Inside the red phone booth at Pyoseon Beach, a house-shaped locker serves cyclists with maps.
Shore pines frame Pyoseon’s lagoon where people wade at low tide. Stone stools line the promenade.
Shore pines frame Pyoseon’s lagoon where people wade at low tide. Stone stools line the promenade.
A dolhareubang statue and red phone booth stand at the entrance to Pyoseon Beach.
A dolhareubang statue and red phone booth stand at the entrance to Pyoseon Beach.
Animal sculptures stand on a grassy verge near Pyoseon’s town center.
Animal sculptures stand on a grassy verge near Pyoseon’s town center.

On the beach’s south edge, a small seaside patio with sculptures hosts the Pyoseon Beach Certification Center (표선해변 인증센터; map), the Jeju Fantasy Bike Path’s seventh red stamp booth.

표선해변
인증센터
147 km (92 mi) from start
  • Bike Passport Page 40
  • Certification Center: ❌
  • Passport store: ❌
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Pyoseon Beach certification center checkpoint stamp for Korea's Bicycle Certification system.

Stamp your Bike Passport, then stroll the beach or cross the road to Jeju Folk Village, a Jeju Fantasy Bike Path highlight.

Jeju Folk Village

146.9 km (Jeju Fantasy Bike Path)
62.8%
The main gate of Jeju Folk Village rises above stone walls and flowers.
The main gate of Jeju Folk Village rises above stone walls and flowers.
A painted taeguk and iron ring detail the gate at Jeju Folk Village.
A painted taeguk and iron ring detail the gate at Jeju Folk Village.
Two low thatched cottages share a yard behind basalt walls at Jeju Folk Village, surrounded by framing trees.
Two low thatched cottages share a yard behind basalt walls at Jeju Folk Village, surrounded by framing trees.
A dolharubang statue carved from basalt stands by wildflowers at Jeju Folk Village.
A dolharubang statue carved from basalt stands by wildflowers at Jeju Folk Village.
Braided ears of corn hang from a beam on a stone wall at Jeju Folk Village.
Braided ears of corn hang from a beam on a stone wall at Jeju Folk Village.
An exhibit sign explains the mulheobeok water jar at Jeju Folk Village with illustrations and multilingual text.
An exhibit sign explains the mulheobeok water jar at Jeju Folk Village with illustrations and multilingual text.
A courtyard enclosed by thatched houses at Jeju Folk Village shows benches and tools.
A courtyard enclosed by thatched houses at Jeju Folk Village shows benches and tools.
A rotary stone mill with wooden handle stands in a garden clearing at Jeju Folk Village for grinding grain.
A rotary stone mill with wooden handle stands in a garden clearing at Jeju Folk Village for grinding grain.
Thatched stone houses surround a yard at Jeju Folk Village.
Thatched stone houses surround a yard at Jeju Folk Village.
A traditional raft with floats is displayed on the lawn at Jeju Folk Village.
A traditional raft with floats is displayed on the lawn at Jeju Folk Village.

Jeju Folk Village (map) is an open-air museum near Pyoseon Beach. Based on archival research, it recreates late-19th-century Jeju with 100+ traditional houses and buildings set among stone walls, fields, and coastal trees.

Exhibits cover Jeju’s mountain, mid-slope (jungnansan), and fishing villages, plus shamanic practice and government/penal history. Many structures were rebuilt on site with original stones and timbers, with rooms staged with period tools and furnishings. Craftspeople demonstrate traditional techniques in several houses.

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