The Hantangang River Columnar Joint Trail in Cheorwon, Gangwon-do, is a cliffside walkway that’s great for an autumn walk with elementary-school kids. Before you go, solve two things: it’s a 3.6 km one-way trail between the Sundam and Deureuni ticket offices, and as of 2026 the shuttle between them ran only on weekends and holidays. On weekdays you need your own way back to the start.
Quick Summary
- Route: Sundam ticket office to Deureuni ticket office, 3.6 km.
- Hours (March–November): 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m., last entry 4 p.m.
- Closed: Tuesdays, January 1, and Seollal and Chuseok days.
- Fees: 10,000 won adults, 4,000 won youth.
- Voucher refund: 5,000 won (adult) and 2,000 won (youth) back in Cheorwon local vouchers.
- Booking: tickets on site, no reservation needed.
- Weather: closed under heavy-rain advisories.
Who It Suits
It suits families who want kids to see basalt, granite, faults and erosion outside a textbook. Kids should be able to manage stairs and the feeling of height on a cliff walkway.
Route Planning
On weekends and holidays, park at one office, walk 3.6 km to the other and ride the shuttle back. In 2026 the shuttle ran year-round on weekends and holidays, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., every 30 minutes. On weekdays there’s no shuttle and little walking access between the offices, so arrange a taxi or other transport before you start.
Parking and Transit
Sundam ticket office is at 103 Sundam-gil, Galmal-eup, and Deureuni at 119-27 Deureuni-gil; both have parking and restrooms. By public transport you’ll need onward transport from Sincheorwon Intercity Bus Terminal.
Fees and Booking
Adults pay 10,000 won and get 5,000 won back in Cheorwon Love vouchers; youth (7–18) pay 4,000 won and get 2,000 won back. Children 6 and under with family enter free.
Food and Cafés
Use your refunded vouchers for a meal at participating shops; check which ones accept them.
Pros and Cons
The Hantangang River Columnar Joint Trail lets kids compare geology up close, and part of the fee comes back as local vouchers. On the other hand, weekdays need a separate return plan, and heights and stairs can be tough.
Rules and Safety
The trail closes under heavy-rain advisories. Eating, pets, bikes and scooters, running and leaning on railings are not allowed on the walkway. Check operations on the day.
FAQ
- Reservations? No, tickets are sold on site.
- Weekend shuttle route? It loops between Sundam and Deureuni ticket offices.
- Open on Tuesdays? No, closed every Tuesday.
- Do 6-year-olds pay? Children 6 and under with family are free.
- Rain? The Hantangang River Columnar Joint Trail closes under heavy-rain advisories.
Rules and details in this guide are as of August 2026. Check the latest official information before you travel.
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