Photo of Yonghwa Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Yonghwa Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Yonghwa Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Yonghwa Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Yonghwa Beach and the settlement

Photo of Yonghwa Beach surrounded by mountains

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Yonghwa Beach

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Yonghwa, South Korea

#16 out of 56 in Gangwon

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand & Pebbles bottom Beach activities rent Good for Surfing

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Located within the settlement

Chogok-ri • 2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant 노이마레

9.4 - Excellent 7.1km

Korean Restaurant 대진항식당

7.6 - Very good 7.4km

Japanese Restaurant 덕산바다횟집

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Korean Restaurant 동막막국수

8 - Very good 7.6km

Korean Restaurant 감나무집

7 - Good 8.9km

Restaurant 광태가든

9.2 - Excellent 9.4km

Restaurant 새들가든

9.6km

Park Haesindang Park

3.3km

Park Daejinhang

7.5km

Park Surobuin Floral Tribute Park

7.7km

Supermarket 성지슈퍼

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

160m

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Maritime Cable Car (Yonghwa Station)

570m

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Maritime Cable Car (Jangho Station)

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Chogok Yonggul Cave Chotdaebawi Rock Trail

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

4.9km

Tourist Attraction 국립검봉산자연휴양림

5.9km

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About

Yonghwa Beach is located on the Sea of Japan (East Sea) and it is in the 16th place out of 56 beaches in the Gangwon region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Yonghwa Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. 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, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. 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.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Jangho Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Yonghwa Beach is located in Gangwon within Chogok-ri, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

Chogok-ri • 2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant 노이마레

9.4 - Excellent 7.1km

Korean Restaurant 대진항식당

7.6 - Very good 7.4km

Japanese Restaurant 덕산바다횟집

9 - Excellent 7.6km

Korean Restaurant 동막막국수

8 - Very good 7.6km

Korean Restaurant 감나무집

7 - Good 8.9km

Restaurant 광태가든

9.2 - Excellent 9.4km

Restaurant 새들가든

9.6km

Park Haesindang Park

3.3km

Park Daejinhang

7.5km

Park Surobuin Floral Tribute Park

7.7km

Supermarket 성지슈퍼

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

160m

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Maritime Cable Car (Yonghwa Station)

570m

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Maritime Cable Car (Jangho Station)

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Chogok Yonggul Cave Chotdaebawi Rock Trail

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike

4.9km

Tourist Attraction 국립검봉산자연휴양림

5.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

What to do in Yonghwa 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 Yonghwa 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!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Yonghwa Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Yonghwa Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Yonghwa Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Bunam Beach Bunam Beach

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Deoksan Beach Deoksan Beach

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Maengbang Beach Maengbang Beach

8.2 Very good

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Nagok Beach Nagok Beach

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Chogok-ri • 2km

Transport

Airport

SUK • 23.3km

Bus Station

임원종합버스터미널 • 7.3km

Train Station

Singi • 20.3km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Yonghwa 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 a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Yonghwa Beach?

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

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

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Yonghwa Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Yonghwa Beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Yonghwa Beach good for families?

Yes, the Yonghwa 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 Yonghwa Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Yonghwa 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Yonghwa Beach?

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

Wild camping lovers (tent)
Families with children

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

The bar is located right on the Yonghwa Beach.

How far is the Yonghwa Beach from parking?

The Yonghwa 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Yonghwa Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Yonghwa Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Samcheok Ocean Rail Bike located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Yonghwa 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?

Yonghwa 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.