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About Gangwon

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Gangwon attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Gangwon Best beaches

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Jangho Beach
Jangho Beach
Jangho Beach
Good for Relax

Jangho Beach

Jangho-ri 1.3 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand & Rocks bottom
5.1 Amenities index
Samcheok Beach
Samcheok Beach
Samcheok Beach
Good for Relax

Samcheok Beach

Galcheon-dong 0.6 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
5 Amenities index
Water Beach
Water Beach
Water Beach
Good for Relax

Water Beach

Jeong-am-ri 1.2 km
Good
7.8
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom • Small open area
4 Amenities index
Cheongho Beach
Cheongho Beach
Cheongho Beach
Good for Relax

Cheongho Beach

Cheongho-dong 0.5 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
4 Amenities index
Gonghyeonjin Beach
Gonghyeonjin Beach
Gonghyeonjin Beach
Senior friendly

Gonghyeonjin Beach

Gonghyeonjin-ri 0.9 km
Good
7.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
5.7 Amenities index
Machajin Beach
Machajin Beach
Machajin Beach
Senior friendly

Machajin Beach

Machajin-ri 0.4 km
Good
7.7
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season
5.7 Amenities index
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Popular types of Gangwon beaches

Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Snorkling
Snorkling
Natural shadow
Natural shadow
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Wild
Wild
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 56 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Gangwon.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Gangwon

Maengbang Beach

Maengbang Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Gyoga-ri 1.9 km
Lighthouse Beach

Lighthouse Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Yeongnang-dong 0.2 km
Ghazin Beach

Ghazin Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
South Korea, Gajin-ri 1.4 km
Bongsudae Beach

Bongsudae Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Oho-ri 0.5 km
Bunam Beach

Bunam Beach
8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Bunam-ri 0.6 km
Bongpo Beach

Bongpo Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Yongchon-ri 1.3 km
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Sandy beaches in Gangwon

Knight Moon Beach

Knight Moon Beach
8.3
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Gisamun-ri 0.6 km
Hajodae Beach

Hajodae Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Hagwangjeong-ri 1 km
Songjiho Beach

Songjiho Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Oho-ri 0.7 km
Ayajin Beach

Ayajin Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Cheonggan-ri 1.1 km
Naksan Beach

Naksan Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Jucheong-ri 0.3 km
Mangsang Beach

Mangsang Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Mangsang-dong 0.8 km
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Long beaches in Gangwon

Sokcho Beach

Sokcho Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Cheongho-dong 1.1 km
Jukdo Beach

Jukdo Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Sibyeon-ri 0.4 km
Jajakdo Beach

Jajakdo Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Munamjin-ri 0.6 km
Dongho Beach

Dongho Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Dongho-ri 0.7 km
Gyeongpo Beach

Gyeongpo Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Chodang-dong 1.5 km
Gangmun Beach

Gangmun Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Gangmun-dong 0.3 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Gangwon

Ingu Beach

Ingu Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Gwangjin-ri 1.2 km
Yonghwa Beach

Yonghwa Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Chogok-ri 2 km
Yeongok Beach

Yeongok Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Yeongjin-ri 1.3 km
Songjeong Beach

Songjeong Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Songjeongdong 0.6 km
Deoksan Beach

Deoksan Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Deoksan-ri 0.7 km
Sampo Beach

Sampo Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Song-am-ri 0.9 km
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Good for surfing beaches in Gangwon

Sacheon Beach

Sacheon Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Sandaewol-ri 1.4 km
North Separation Beach

North Separation Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Dongsan-ri 0.9 km
Seorak Beach

Seorak Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Jeonjin-ri 0.6 km
Tianjin Beach

Tianjin Beach
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Bongpo-ri 1.1 km
Namae Beach

Namae Beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Gwangjin-ri 0.9 km
Wonpo Beach

Wonpo Beach
7.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Wonpo-ri 0.4 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Gangwon, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 51 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Gangwon is less than 500 meters. 56 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Gangwon beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Most viewed beaches of Gangwon

Namhangjin Beach

Namhangjin Beach
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Namhangjin-dong 0.4 km
Jangho Beach

Jangho Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Jangho-ri 1.3 km
Shinnam Beach

Shinnam Beach
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
South Korea, Galnam-ri 0.7 km
Cheonggan Beach

Cheonggan Beach
7.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Cheonggan-ri 0.4 km
Deungmyeong Beach

Deungmyeong Beach
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Jeongdongjin-ri 1.2 km
Jangyo Beach

Jangyo Beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
South Korea, Bukbun-ri 1.3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Gangwon?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Gangwon, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 56 beaches in total, of which about 15 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Gangwon:

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Gangwon, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Gangwon?

Most of the beaches located in Gangwon are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Gangwon by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Gangwon:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Gangwon?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Gangwon?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Gangwon by occupancy.

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Which beaches in Gangwon are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Gangwon according to the recommended audience:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Gangwon?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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