"Cheonji on the Mountain" Gapyeong Homyeong Lake Reopens on the 16th After Winter Closure

Gapyeong Homyeong Lake, known as "the lake resembling Baekdusan Cheonji," will reopen after its winter closure.

Gapyeong County will reopen Homyeong Lake, located at the foot of Homyeong Mountain in Cheongpyeong-myeon, starting from the 16th. Provided by Gapyeong County

Gapyeong County announced that Homyeong Lake, located on the slopes of Homyeongsan in Cheongpyeong-myeon, will reopen to the public starting from the 16th. To prevent safety accidents during winter, access to Homyeong Lake is restricted every year during the winter season, and the lake is open from mid-March to November.

Situated near the summit of Homyeongsan (632 meters), Homyeong Lake is an artificial reservoir created as the upper reservoir for Cheongpyeong Pumped Storage Power Plant, Korea's first pumped storage plant. Although the lake was originally built to store water for power generation, it is harmoniously surrounded by natural scenic mountains and is renowned for its beautiful views, being designated as the second of Gapyeong's Nine Scenic Views.

An octagonal pavilion sits atop the lake, offering visitors a clear and serene landscape where the pristine water meets the blue sky. From the opposite side, visitors can enjoy an open panoramic view of Cheongpyeong Lake. Along the 1.9-kilometer trail encircling the lake, there are convenience stores and observatories, and cycling is also permitted, allowing visitors to enjoy hiking along the mountain summit and lakeshore.

Starting from the 16th, a route bus will operate between Sangcheon Station and Homyeong Lake to improve traffic safety, preserve nature, and alleviate parking congestion. Those arriving by car must park at the Homyeong Lake parking lot and then either take the route bus or walk to the lake.

During the peak tourist seasons (April, May, October, and November), the county will increase the number of bus services to enhance transportation convenience. The number of daily bus operations, which was previously 10, will be increased to 16 during these peak months to better accommodate visitors.

Homyeong Lake is easily accessible from the Seoul metropolitan area via subway to Sangcheon Station, and admission is free. Thanks to these advantages, approximately 70,000 tourists visited Homyeong Lake in 2025 alone.

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