Sobaeksan National Park Park
South Korean mountain park with forests and temple sites
Mountain park in North Chungcheong around Sobaeksan with forested ridges, trails and small mountain temples; popular for day hikes and autumn foliage.
Sobaeksan National Park at a Glance#
Address: Sobaeksan National Park, North Chungcheong Province, South Korea
Website: http://english.knps.or.kr/Knp/Sobaeksan/Intro/Introduction.aspx
How to Get to Sobaeksan National Park#
Accessible by bus from major regional hubs (Daejeon or Chungju) to park gateways; local buses and shuttle services operate to trailheads-check the Korea National Park Service for current routes and schedules.
Tips for Visiting Sobaeksan National Park#
- Start early on popular trails to avoid afternoon crowds and to catch mountain light.
- Station facilities and small mountain shelters are basic-pack layers and rain protection.
- Combine a visit with trips to nearby cultural sites: the park borders several small temple complexes and traditional villages.
Best Time to Visit Sobaeksan National Park#
Autumn leaf-change and spring blossom are peak seasons; summer is humid and winter brings snow to the higher ridges.
Weather & Climate near Sobaeksan National Park#
Sobaeksan National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1394 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -2° | -12° | 32 mm | some cloud | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -10° - 0° | -10° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Acceptable | -5° - 6° | -3° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 14° | 6° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.0h |
| May | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| June | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 164 mm | overcast | 72% | 2.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.5h |
| July | Good | 16° - 24° | 20° | 323 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.2h |
| August | Good | 16° - 25° | 20° | 277 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 10° - 20° | 15° | 156 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 3° - 15° | 8° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Acceptable | -3° - 7° | -1° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.1h |
| December | Poor | -10° - 1° | -9° | 31 mm | some cloud | 82% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |