Special Crackdown on Hallasan Illegal Activities…Unauthorized Entry and Car Camping at Baengnokdam to Be Strictly Controlled

Jeju Province to Conduct Nighttime Patrols Starting July 24
Criminal Charges and Fines for Violators

To prevent damage to the natural ecosystem and establish a safe hiking culture during the summer vacation season, the Hallasan National Park Office of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province will conduct a month-long intensive crackdown from July 24 to August 23. The efforts will focus on the summit area of Hallasan and major roadside parking lots, targeting unauthorized entry, illegal camping, and cooking activities. Those caught violating regulations will face strict measures, including criminal charges and fines.

Panoramic view of Baengnokdam Crater Lake at Hallasan Mountain. Photo by Changwon Park

According to Jeju Province on July 23, this special crackdown will be concentrated during nights and early mornings on Fridays and weekends, when illegal activities are most prevalent. Enforcement will target the summit area of Hallasan (Baengnokdam) and major parking lots along Route 516 and Route 1100 that traverse the park area.

Main targets include habitual unauthorized entry into the restricted Baengnokdam area, illegal camping and cooking in high-altitude zones, unauthorized overnight stays (so-called “car camping”), and cooking in roadside parking lots.

The National Park Office intends to apply a zero-tolerance policy for violations of the law and will enforce criminal prosecution and fines in accordance with the Nature Park Act and related legislation.

At the same time, educational campaigns informing visitors of safety guidelines will be conducted at major trail entrances and shelters to promote a responsible hiking culture.

This special crackdown on illegal activities in Hallasan is considered a timely measure to prevent damage to the high-altitude ecosystem of the national park, which is increasingly at risk due to an influx of outside visitors during the peak season, and to uphold public order.

Kim Hyungeun, Director General of the World Heritage Headquarters, stated, "Hallasan is a valuable natural heritage representing the Republic of Korea and a precious asset that we must all protect. Through this special crackdown, we aim to establish a responsible visitor culture and ensure a safe national park environment."

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