Photo of Maengbang Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Maengbang Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Maengbang Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Maengbang Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Maengbang Beach and the settlement

Photo of Maengbang Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Maengbang Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Photo of Maengbang Beach - recommended for family travellers with kids

8.2

Very good

Maengbang Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maengbang Beach?

The bar is located right on the Maengbang Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.만월정 is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

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Hanch'imit, South Korea

#6 out of 56 in Gangwon

8.2

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Good for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Gyoga-ri • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Korean Restaurant 남이네식당

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant 만월정

8 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant 덕산횟집

8 - Very good 1.6km

Korean Restaurant 장호막국수

8 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant 춘도식당

7.2 - Good 1.6km

Seafood Restaurant 행복횟집

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Korean Restaurant 횡성한우소머리집

8.4 - Very good 2km

Korean Restaurant 덕산바다횟집

8 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant 삼척수제비(Samcheok Sujebi)

8.6 - Excellent 2.4km

Park 덕산솔밭산책로

1.6km

Park 재동 마을관리휴양지

3km

Park Daejinhang

5.9km

Park Rose Park

6.3km

Market Samcheok Beongae Market

5.9km

Supermarket 성지슈퍼

6.4km

Market Samcheok Central Market

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Beach Station

9.8km

Historical Landmark Jukseoru Pavilion

7.9km

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About

Maengbang Beach is located on the Sea of Japan (East Sea) and it is in the 6th place out of 56 beaches in the Gangwon region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting 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, families with children, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Maengbang Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

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

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Bunam Beach, which has a rating of 8.

Maengbang Beach is located in Gangwon within Gyoga-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.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

2.7 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Gyoga-ri • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Korean Restaurant 남이네식당

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant 만월정

8 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant 덕산횟집

8 - Very good 1.6km

Korean Restaurant 장호막국수

8 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant 춘도식당

7.2 - Good 1.6km

Seafood Restaurant 행복횟집

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Korean Restaurant 횡성한우소머리집

8.4 - Very good 2km

Korean Restaurant 덕산바다횟집

8 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant 삼척수제비(Samcheok Sujebi)

8.6 - Excellent 2.4km

Park 덕산솔밭산책로

1.6km

Park 재동 마을관리휴양지

3km

Park Daejinhang

5.9km

Park Rose Park

6.3km

Market Samcheok Beongae Market

5.9km

Supermarket 성지슈퍼

6.4km

Market Samcheok Central Market

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

8.6km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Beach Station

9.8km

Historical Landmark Jukseoru Pavilion

7.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

What to do in Maengbang Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Maengbang Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Deoksan Beach Deoksan Beach

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Bunam Beach Bunam Beach

8 Very good

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Wonpyeong Beach Wonpyeong Beach

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Samcheok Beach Samcheok Beach

7.8 Very good

10.9km

Munam Beach Munam Beach

7.6 Very good

13.4km

Yonghwa Beach Yonghwa Beach

8 Very good

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Jangho Beach Jangho Beach

7.8 Very good

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Handsome Beach Handsome Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Gyoga-ri • 1.9km

Transport

Airport

SUK • 10.3km

Bus Station

삼척시외버스터미널 • 7.2km

Train Station

Singi • 13.5km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Maengbang 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 Maengbang Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Maengbang Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Maengbang Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Maengbang 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Maengbang 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 Maengbang Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Maengbang Beach good for families?

Yes, the Maengbang Beach is good place for families with children. 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 Maengbang Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Maengbang 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

What are the key audiences of Maengbang Beach?

Maengbang Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Families with children
Senior people

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

The bar is located right on the Maengbang Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.만월정 is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Maengbang Beach from parking?

The Maengbang 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Maengbang Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Maengbang Beach is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 5°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Maengbang Beach (Gangwon) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.