Photo of Hwajinpo Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Hwajinpo Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Hwajinpo Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Hwajinpo Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Hwajinpo Beach and the settlement

Photo of Hwajinpo Beach surrounded by mountains

7.3

Good

Hwajinpo Beach

화진포해수욕장

Musongjŏng, South Korea

#47 out of 56 in Gangwon

7.3

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Hwapo-ri • 1.8 km

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About

Hwajinpo Beach is located on the Sea of Japan (East Sea) and it is in the 47th place out of 56 beaches in the Gangwon region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Hwajinpo Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Machajin Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Hwajinpo Beach is located in Gangwon within Hwapo-ri, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Located within the settlement

Hwapo-ri • 1.8 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Hwapo-ri • 1.8km

Transport

Airport

SHO • 39.9km

Bus Station

Ganseong Garage • 11.1km

Train Station

Gangneung • 89.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Hwajinpo Beach?

The coastline of Hwajinpo Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Hwajinpo Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Hwajinpo Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Hwajinpo Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Hwajinpo Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Hwajinpo Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Hwajinpo Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Hwajinpo Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Hwajinpo Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Hwajinpo Beach?

The bar is located right on the Hwajinpo Beach.

How far is the Hwajinpo Beach from parking?

The Hwajinpo Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Hwajinpo Beach (Gangwon) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Hwajinpo Beach (Gangwon) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.