Hallasan Gwaneumsa Trail to Reopen on the 24th... Reservations Begin at 9 a.m. on the 21st

Full Reopening from Samgakbong to Summit on the 24th
Advance Reservations Resume at 9 a.m. on the 21st
Rockfall Barriers and Aging Decks Fully Repaired

The key section of Hallasan’s Gwaneumsa Trail, stretching from Samgakbong to the Baengnokdam summit, which had been completely closed to the public since last month due to repairs on facilities vulnerable to falling rocks and replacement work for aging decks, is set to fully reopen on the 24th after completing both safety maintenance and a final pre-opening inspection. Advance reservations for hikers wishing to access this section will officially resume at 9 a.m. on the 21st.

The summit Baengnokdam marker of Hallasan, which will welcome visitors again as the restricted section of the Gwaneumsa Trail (Samgakbong to summit) is fully reopened on the 24th. Photo by Park Changwon

According to the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province World Heritage Headquarters on September 18, the complete reopening of the Gwaneumsa Trail (Samgakbong to the summit) means that both local residents and tourists wishing to visit can apply online through the 'Hallasan Trail Reservation System' website beginning at 9 a.m. on the 21st.

The World Heritage Headquarters began the trail maintenance work on August 1, reinforcing damaged rockfall protection barriers in vulnerable areas between Samgakbong and the summit, extensively overhauling these structures, and fully dismantling and replacing outdated deck facilities that posed a high risk of walking accidents.

Furthermore, in preparation for the reopening, a final on-site inspection of all safety facilities was conducted over two days, from September 15 to 16, led by the park facility team.

This round of maintenance is part of the 'Five-Year Hallasan National Park Trail Maintenance Plan' established last year. The World Heritage Headquarters is gradually implementing annual trail safety improvement projects across five main hiking areas—including Gwaneumsa, Eorimok, Seongpanak, Yeongsil, and Donnaeko—investing a total project budget of 2.5 billion won.

Until the eve of reopening, on the 23rd, field inspections and environmental clean-up will continue, led by the Gwaneumsa site team, while comprehensive guidance regarding the advance reservation process and safety precautions will be provided for hikers via the official Hallasan National Park website.

Kim Hyungeun, head of the World Heritage Headquarters, stated, “We are sincerely grateful to all local residents and hikers for their patience and cooperation during the construction period. We hope you can enjoy a safe and pleasant autumn hike on the newly renovated Gwaneumsa Trail.”

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