
Baegunsan Eochigyegok Valley (백운산 어치계곡)
531, Baekhak-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do
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Journey into the serene beauty of Eochigyegok Valley, a pristine 7-kilometer trek through lush forest and clear, cooling streams. Expect natural delights like the legendary Gusipokpo Falls and the refreshing coolness of Orodae Rock. Perfect for nature enthusiasts or families seeking an escape, the valley is breathtaking in spring when plum blossoms blanket the landscape. Autumn offers rich autumnal hues, while clear days make it an ideal year-round spot for a refreshing hike.
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Eochigyegok Valley, located in Eochi-ri, Jinsang-myeon, is 7 kilometers long, and is a valley with clear water flowing through the lush forest with rocks in all sizes that provide a resting spot. In particular, it is home to Orodae Rock, cool enough to form dew even in the middle of the day and Gusipokpo Falls with a legend of a flying horse.
The valley is located ten minutes away from the Seomjingang River Maehwa Village, and plum trees cover the valley in spring with plum blossoms. In autumn, the countless oak trees in the forest become an acorn factory for its habitats. Baegunsan Eochigyegok Valley is worth visiting at any time of the year and provides various agricultural products to local residents. Orodae Rock, located in the uppermost stream, refers to a rock that looks like a large courtyard. An inscription remains, saying that it is named Orodae because it is cool enough to form dew even in the midday of the summer. Legend says that Gusiso Pool at the base of Gusipokpo Falls is so wide that it will not dry up even in a draught.
The valley is located ten minutes away from the Seomjingang River Maehwa Village, and plum trees cover the valley in spring with plum blossoms. In autumn, the countless oak trees in the forest become an acorn factory for its habitats. Baegunsan Eochigyegok Valley is worth visiting at any time of the year and provides various agricultural products to local residents. Orodae Rock, located in the uppermost stream, refers to a rock that looks like a large courtyard. An inscription remains, saying that it is named Orodae because it is cool enough to form dew even in the midday of the summer. Legend says that Gusiso Pool at the base of Gusipokpo Falls is so wide that it will not dry up even in a draught.
Visitors also explore Gwangyang Maehwa Festival (광양 매화축제), Cheong Maesil Farm (홍쌍리 청매실농원) and Gwangyang Maehwa Village (광양 매화마을) near this location.
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