Haeparang Trail Busan Section

Haeparang Trail, spaning 770 km from Oryukdo Sunrise Park in Busan to Goseong Unification Observatory in Gangwon-do, consists of 10 sections and 50 destinations. Meanwhile, the Haeparang Trail Busan Section called Buparang Trail comprises three sections. Let’s set off for Buparang Traill, which runs from Oryukdo Islets to Haeundae, from Mipo to Daebyeonhang Port in Gijang, and from Daebyeonhang Port to Imnang Beach. Haeparang Trail Busan Section Course 1(17.8 km / 6 hr) Oryukdo Sunrise Park - Igidae Coastal Trail - Gwangalli Beach - Dongbaek Coastal Trail - Mipo Port Course 2(16.3 km / 5 hr) Mipo Port - Dalmajigil Road - Moontan Road - Cheongsapo Port - Songjeong Beach - Haedong Yonggungsa Temple - Daebyeonhang Port Course 3(16.9 km / 6 hr) Daebyeonhang Port - Ilgwang Beach - Chiramhang Port - Imnang Beach Route 1 begins from Oryukdo Islets and leads to Igidae Coastal Trail, where one side is full of a lush green forest, while the other side faces cliffs, white waves, and the blue sea. You can follow the wood deck path through the rough cliffs. Moreover, Gwangandaegyo Bridge, a symbol of Busan, looks different depending on your viewing positions. As you turn your steps, you can appreciate various views of the bridge from different angles. In no time, you’ll see other coastal cliffs and wood deck paths again. Now, you are on Dongbaekseom Coastal Trail, which is much less rough than Igidae Coastal Trail. Walking along the trail, you will see more people and buildings. Meanwhile, as you move toward the end of Haeundae, you will complete Route 1. Route 2 begins from Mipo in Haeundae, the final destination of Route 1. Let’s head toward Dalmaji Pass through Mipo, a simple port in contrast with gorgeous Haeundae. By walking on Moontan Road filled with a thick scent of pine trees, you will experience the healing power of nature. Moreover, Haewoljeong Pavilion, located on top of the pass, allows you to enjoy the sea and the forest. Why not take pictures at the moon-shaped photo zone while resting? You can also follow the trail downhill, and you will see the Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory stretching long over the blue ocean. Then, the route leads to Songjeong Beach and Jukdo Park, both of which retain the energy of the East Sea, followed by Haedong Yonggungsa Temple uniquely located along the shore. Can you see the strange formation, Orangdae, which rises above the sea? On top of it is the Yongwangdan Altar that used to serve as a venue for praying for fishermen’s safety. In addition, Daebyeonhang Port is the final destination of Route 2. For Route 3, the starting point is Daebyeonhang Port, which is famous for anchovies. You can head toward the forest trail, passing by dried fish shops and raw fish restaurants lined up along the port. After walking along the mountain trails and village paths, you will soon reach a crescent-shaped beach called Ilgwang Beach. It has plenty of restaurants and cafés, which will serve as places to relax. Then, you can see a small park equipped with sailboats stretching out toward the sea. This is Sinpyeong Small Park. Why not pose at the end of the boat? You will surely feel excited like a sailor. The next spot is Chiramhang Port that features three lighthouses side by side along with the breakwater. The white lighthouse wears a black baseball helmet, with a baseball ball and a glove standing on either side of it. Furthermore, Route 3 of the Haeparang Trail Busan Section is called a lighthouse course because of the lighthouses of various shapes. The last destination is the Imnang Beach in Imnang, a serene and small seaside village.