Jirisan National Park is the second-highest mountain in South Korea, standing at an elevation of 1,915 meters, spanning across the provinces of Gyeongsang-do and Jeolla-do. Revered as a sacred mountain alongside North Korea's Baekdusan Mountain, it is home to the Asiatic Black Bear and features numerous peaks, including Cheonwangbong Peak. In spring, various flowers such as Royal Azalea bloom, while lush forests thrive in summer, vibrant foliage adorns the landscape in autumn, and the winter scenery boasts snow-covered peaks and icy landscapes.
Basic Information
Postal Code | 55805 |
Homepage | jiri.knps.or.kr |
Address | 255 Jeongnyeongchi-ro, Jucheon-myeon, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk-do |
Usage Information
Experience Guide | Not available |
Information & Inquiries | +82-63-630-8900 |
Parking Facilities | Available (Guryong Parking Lot, Jeongnyeongchi Parking Lot, Dalgung Parking Lot, Hakcheon Parking Lot, Banseon Parking Lot) |
Closed Days | N/A (Open all year round) |
Operating Hours | November-March 04:00-13:00 / April-October 03:00-14:00 |
Detailed Description
Mountain Not Access Period | Seasonal Forest Fire Watches by Park January 21 - May 15 / November 5 - December 15 Walking path restriction period November 15 - December 15 * TBD by park directors based on fire weather advisories, snow/precipitation levels, and other local conditions. |
Restricted Mountain Areas | * Refer to hiking.kworks.co.kr |
Natural Preservation Areas (closed to public) | * Banyabong Peak~Jaenggiso 110,000 ㎡ * Baemsagol Valley (except Oryongdae~Makchawi path) 96,000 ㎡ * Yeonhacheon Yew Habitat (except hiking trails) 15,000 ㎡ |
Parking Fees | Small cars: 2,000 won Mid-size cars: 4,000-5,000 won Large cars: 6,000-7,500 won * Regular shuttle bus can park free of charge. (except for vehicles with monthly parking submission) |
Available Facilities | Baemsagol visitor center, Guryong park information center |
Restrooms | Available |
Facility Utilization Fees | [Camping site] Adults 1,600~2,000 won / Teenagers 1,200~1,500 won / Children 800~1,000 won * Separate parking fee applies (the fee is set price per day) * Separate fee for electricity use: per day, 3,000 won for low season and 4,000 won for peak season. |