Yangyang Dongho Beach (동호해변(양양))

Yangyang Dongho Beach (동호해변(양양))

– Homepage
www.donghori.com

– Tel
+82-33-670-2787

This relatively small beach is located in Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do. It is 500 meters in length and 55 meters in x_width, and has an average depth of 1.2 meters. The beach is particularly known for its soft and fine sand, often considered to be the best on the east coast. Despite its excellent scenery and clear water, the beach is relatively obscure and peaceful. It is only open during the daytime between July and August. The pine trees surrounding the beach are protected areas, and visitors are prohibited from entering. Surfing is another draw of the beach, and the surf shop offers lessons and equipment rentals. Scuba diving is also available on site. An interesting insight into the folk tradition is “anchovy flinging,” a traditional method of catching anchovies that involve about 70 people working together to pull a big net from the sea to land. This experience is offered free of charge during the opening of the beach, and requires payment for periods outside the vacation season. Prior reservation is required through the official website. The beach enjoys excellent access from Yangyang International Airport and a 20-min ride from Yangyang city center. Dongho-ri Beach Campground, Seoraksan Mountain, and Osaek District can be found nearby.

– Address : 141-26, Dongho-ri, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

※ Presentation Information
– Capacity
N/A

– Age Range
Open to visitors of all ages

– Experience Guide
Swimming

– Information and Guides
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330

(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

• For more info: +82-33-670-2787

– Opening Date
July 12 – August 25

– Parking
Available

– Day Off
N/A (Open all year round)

– Operating Hours
Open 24 hr (beach opening hours 09:00–18:00)
Campsite 12:00-12:00 (next day)

– Restrooms
Available

– Available Facilities
Dongho Beach, campground

– Admission Fees
Free

– Facility Utilization Fees
Shower: Adult 3,000 won / Children 2,000 won

Campsite: 30,000 won per night

Parasol rental: 10,000 won

Tube rental: 10,000 won

Table rental: 30,000 won

– Parking Fees
Free

– Interpretation Services Offered
None

– Korean Info. Service
None

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Seolhaeone (설해원)

– Tel
+82-33-670-7700

Seolhaeone is a luxury resort complex sitting behind Yangyang International Airport. Equipped with a golf course, premium accommodation facilities, hot spring saunas, and other facilities, this resort was created with the vision of offering visitors rest and healing moments in the Seorak area. The name Seolhaeone means a garden of rest embracing Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. The resort lives up to its name, as it faces Yangyang’s Dongho Beach to the east and has the foot of Seoraksan Mountain to the west. The resort has a golf course, which was designated as one of the 10 major golf courses in Korea. Various types of guest rooms such as Mountain Stay, Seolhae Hot Spring, and Golftel are available. All guest rooms offer a view of the golf course, and some have views of Seoraksan Mountain and the East Sea. Mountain Stay is a premium duplex villa consisting of seven types of villas, including the Pool Suite with a pool; and the Spa Suite allowing guests to enjoy the hinoki cypress-scented sauna. The Seolhae Hot Spring condominium features 10 different guestroom designs, including the Family Pool Suite, with hot spring water supplied to each room. There are various additional facilities within the resort. You can use the clubhouse restaurant, which serves unique seasonal dishes; Seolhae Dulle Trail where you can take a walk while enjoying the pine aroma; and the hot spring sauna to relieve fatigue.