"Festivals by Day, Starlit Camping by Night"… An Autumn Getaway Full of Charm in Gwangyang

From Baegunsan’s Forests and Valleys to the Banks of Seomjin River
Twelve Campgrounds with 265 Campsites in Operation

This fall, why not spend an extra day in Gwangyang to enjoy the forests and valleys of Baegunsan Mountain, as well as the sunsets and starlit skies along the Seomjin River?

Tourist attractions across Gwangyang are waiting for visitors this autumn, including the new Panorama Walk, set to open on October 9, the Gwangyang Traditional Charcoal-Grilled Barbecue Festival, the autumn foliage and valleys of Baegunsan, and the sunsets and starry nights along the Seomjin River.

Night View of Gwangyang. Provided by Gwangyang City

Gwangyang currently hosts 12 private camping sites, offering a total of 265 camping spots. From forest campgrounds on the slopes of Baegunsan Mountain and valley-type auto camping sites to hinoki forest glamping and riverside camping along the Seomjin River, campers can enjoy a variety of camping experiences depending on the location and style.

You can also plan an itinerary that takes in local festivals and attractions by day, enjoy the sunset over Gwangyang Bay and the Seomjin River at dusk, and spend the night in the forest or along the river. Options are available for all types of travelers, from those equipped with their own camping gear to beginners who wish to try glamping without having to prepare equipment.

Bonggang-myeon is an area where you will find a balanced variety of valley-type auto camping sites, forest campgrounds, and glamping facilities, making it possible to choose from diverse camping options.

The Gwangyang Haetteul Auto Camping Site is near a valley, making it ideal for both camping and water activities. In summer, the valley is a popular spot, while in autumn, visitors can enjoy the beautiful foliage and fresh air of the Baegunsan area.

The Sumaeumehemolda Campground is a quiet forest site, perfect for travelers who want a relaxing stay close to nature.

The Bonggang Hajo Auto Camping Site, surrounded by both valley and forest, is ideal for families with children who want to experience camping in nature.

The Nadeuri Auto Camping Site offers varying landscapes of forest and mountains across the seasons, with the natural setting of the Baegunsan area as a backdrop. Visitors can camp while appreciating the changing scenery throughout spring’s fresh greenery, summer’s valleys, autumn’s foliage, and winter’s mountain landscapes.

Hosudodo Glamping provides glamping accommodations even for those who don’t want to prepare separate camping equipment, making it accessible to travelers who may find tent setups or equipment preparation burdensome.

Okgyeong-myeon is an area where you can be close to the forests and valleys that center on Baegunsan, one of Gwangyang's representative natural resources.

The Baegunsan Training Center offers a camping space where you can fully enjoy the forests, valleys, and clean air of Baegunsan, making it the perfect spot for a peaceful retreat in the mountains.

The Jinteul Pension & Camping site is set against the backdrop of Baegunsan’s slopes, allowing guests to enjoy both forest trails and valley scenery, with the option to choose between camping and pension-style accommodation.

The Haetsalsup Auto Camping Site offers camping among the trees, making it easy to link your itinerary to nearby Baegunsan-area tourist destinations and plan a trip focused on the mountains and forests.

Seojine Auto Camping Site is also located within the Baegunsan area, surrounded by valleys and forests. You can spend the day exploring the Baegunsan region and enjoy camping in the forest at night.

Daap-myeon is a region where you can enjoy camping amid hinoki forests and valleys while appreciating both the Seomjin River and Baegunsan.

Neraengigol is a glamping facility that combines dense hinoki forests, walking trails, and valleys. Guests can stroll the forest paths around the accommodations to enjoy both the hinoki woods and the valley.

The Meaari Camping Site is located close to a valley, allowing you to camp to the sound of flowing water and enjoy the scenery at the foot of Baegunsan.

Jinwol-myeon is Gwangyang’s representative waterfront tourism zone, home to the Seomjin River estuary, Mangdeok Port, and Bael Island Garden.

The Seomjin River Starry Night Camping Site lets you enjoy both sunsets and nighttime views along the river. It is easy to organize a riverside-oriented travel course that connects with other local attractions, such as Mangdeok Port, Bael Island Garden, and the Jeong Byeonguk House.

In this way, Gwangyang’s private camping grounds are expanding the region’s tourism from day trips to stay-type experiences, linking major natural and tourist attractions such as Baegunsan and the Seomjin River with accommodations. Visitors can enjoy festivals and attractions during the day, admire the sunset in the evening, and spend the night in the forest or by the river to discover another side of Gwangyang.

Park Seonghyeon, Mayor of Gwangyang, said, “This autumn, Gwangyang offers attractions that can hardly be captured in a single day — from the new landmark, Panorama Walk, to the Gwangyang Traditional Charcoal-Grilled Barbecue Festival and the autumn scenery of Baegunsan and the Seomjin River. I hope you will enjoy an autumn journey that continues from dusk’s sunsets to starlit and morning views by spending a night at a campground nestled in the forest, valley, or along the river.”

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