Yonggwolsan in Sunchang Welcomes Autumn Scenery as Skywalk Reopens

Reopening on September 1 after a month-long renovation
Revamped with a 180-meter canopy and 2,290 square meters of new decking

Yonggwolsan Skywalk in Sunchang will welcome autumn tourists after a month-long renovation. The Yonggwolsan Skywalk, a popular local tourist route where visitors can go hiking, enjoy scenic views, and purchase regional agricultural and specialty products during the autumn season, is reopening its doors.

Yonggwolsan Skywalk, reopening on September 1 after a one-month renovation. Provided by Sunchang County Office

Sunchang County announced on August 31 that the Yonggwolsan Forest Recreation Area Skywalk, which had been temporarily closed throughout August, will resume operation starting September 1.

This round of renovations focused on improving visitor convenience and facility safety in anticipation of increased autumn tourism.

The Yonggwolsan Skywalk is counted among Sunchang’s landmark attractions, allowing visitors to walk along mountain trails overlooking the Seomjingang River. The number of visitors is expected to rise especially in autumn, when people come to enjoy the blended scenery of colorful foliage and river landscapes.

A 180-meter-long shade canopy was installed along parts of the skywalk’s deck road, and 2,290 square meters of wooden decking received new oil stain treatment. The canopy provides a rest area on sunny days and shelter from rain when the weather turns.

With the reopening, a space for purchasing local agricultural and specialty products will also be available. Sunchang County plans to run a local agricultural product sales centre near the parking lot of Yonggwolsan Forest Recreation Area from September through November. The shop will offer agricultural and forestry products, as well as various local specialties produced by regional farms. This is intended to give tourists an opportunity to experience Sunchang’s cuisine while expanding direct sales opportunities for local farm households.

Choi Youngil, Mayor of Sunchang County, said, “During the month-long closure, we focused on facility improvements so that tourists could enjoy a more comfortable and pleasant experience on the Skywalk. We hope you will come and enjoy both the autumn scenery and the diverse charms of Sunchang at the newly renovated Yonggwolsan.”

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