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Unique Summer Beaches

A Water Park Opened at Gyeongpo Beach

• As the summer season kicks off, 17 beaches in Gangneung have opened their shores to visitors. Among them, Gyeongpo Beach, a hallmark of the East Sea coastline, has garnered rave reviews for its diverse water play facilities. The beach has transformed into a water park featuring seawater pools, waterslides, and diving facilities.



• The iconic Oribawi Rock is a prominent landmark of Gyeongpo Beach, easily visible from the shore. While typically admired from a distance, during the beach season, visitors can dive from the rock. A pontoon bridge will be available, providing easy access to the Oribawi Rock.





• To dive from it, you need to register on-site. The rock is about 200 meters from the beach. You’ll be required to wear a life jacket and walk along the 120-meter pontoon bridge extending into the sea. Safety is a priority—trained personnel will be there to accompany you. Once you reach the end of the pontoon, it’s just a 70–80-meter swim to the diving platform.






• The diving platform height is about 1.8 meters, which is not very high. Visitors can enjoy diving under the guidance of trained safety personnel. For your safety, jet skis and rescue boats escort the area so you can safely dive. Take the plunge from the scenic Oribawi Rock and immerse yourself in the charm of Gyeongpo Beach.
• If you’re uncomfortable diving or swimming in the sea, you can still enjoy walking along the pontoon bridge while wearing a life jacket. Experience the thrill of walking on water and discover what makes Gyeongpo Beach so special.



• Gyeongpo Beach’s sandy shore is equipped with extensive water play facilities designed for families. There are three seawater pools, a large 30-meter waterslide, and a mini waterslide. Both children and adults are welcome to enjoy these attractions. Entry is free.



• Even when the waves are high, you can safely enjoy the seawater pools. These various attractions are especially popular with children. Enjoy the excitement of water activities right by the beach.
  Torn between the sea and a water park? At Gyeongpo Beach, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
• • Gyeongpo Beach
  • Operating Dates: June 29(Saturday) – August 18(Sunday)
  • Swimming Hours: 9:00–18:00
  • (Night Swimming: July 25(Saturday) – August 10(Saturday) 18:00–21:00)
  
  
  • Sea Pool & Diving Platform
  • Operating Hours 10:00– 17:00(Closed for maintenance 12:00–13:00)
  • Closed Days: Every Monday and on rainy days

Pet-Friendly Beach at Anmok

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• This summer, why not take a vacation to Gangneung with your furry friend? Anmok Beach, famous for its coffee street, hosts a pet-friendly beach every summer where you and your pet can enjoy the seaside together. A designated 100-meter section of the beach is fenced off for pets and their owners.






• While pets are not allowed to enter the sea, they can splash around in a dedicated pet pool. It is filled with clean seawater from the ocean, located 300 meters below. Upon entering the Anmok Pet Beach, pets are measured to ensure they use the appropriate pool. The beach features two separate pools: one for small to medium-sized dogs and another for large dogs.



• The Anmok Pet Beach is equipped with various amenities for pets, including a playground, waste bag dispensers, parasols, and shower facilities. Create a special summer vacation with your pet at the Anmok Pet Beach, where the beautiful beach and vibrant café street come together.
• • Pet Beach(Anmok Beach)
  • Operating Hours: July 5 (Friday) – August 18 (Sunday) 9:00–18:00
  • Admission Fees: Pet: KRW 3,500, Adult: KRW 3,500, Child (elementary students and younger): KRW 2,500

Ocean-View Outdoor Gym at the Muscle Beach

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• Gangmun Beach is home to Muscle Beach, the first outdoor gym in Korea equipped with a variety of fitness equipment. Here, you can work out while enjoying the expansive ocean view and the soothing sound of the waves. The outdoor gym offers a range of exercise equipment, including pull-up bars, ropes, and various weight machines.






• The Muscle Beach is open to everyone and free to use. Within the fenced weight zone, you’ll find 23 different pieces of equipment, such as dumbbells and leg curl machines. The open structures along the beach are available anytime without time restrictions. However, the weight zone operates from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily to ensure the safe management of the equipment. Exercising with an ocean view not only strengthens your body but also revitalizes your mind.

Gyeongpo Beach : 514, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si

Pet Beach(Anmok Beach) : 20-1, Changhae-ro 14beon-gil, Gangneung-si

Muscle Beach(Gangmun Beach) : 307, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si(The beach in front of St. John’s Hotel)