Dangyeonggol Recreation Area
Dangyeonggol Recreation Area: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks quiet (daily crowd index 16); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Thu, Oct 29; weekday average 16, weekend average 16; the quietest day of the week is Thursday; no on-site parking.
Located in Dangyeonggol Valley, upstream of the Gunseongang River in Gangneung, Dangyeonggol Recreation Area boasts unique rock formations and stunning scenery. Its tranquil and serene atmosphere makes it a popular tourist destination in summer. In fall and winter, the valley is renowned for its vibrant fall foilage and picturesque snow-covered landscapes. The Dangyeonggol Recreation Area is situated 16 kilometers south of Gangneung Station.
- Type
- City park
- Area
- Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
- Address
- 841 Dangyeong-ro, Gangdong-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hr
- Closed
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Not Available
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:48 · sunset 17:28
- Phone
- +82-33-660-3596
Dangyeonggol Recreation Area: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2816 | 2915 | 3015 | 3116 | |||
| 11/116 | 216 | 316 | 415 | 516 | 615 | 715 |
| 815 | 916 | 1016 | 1116 | 1215 | 1315 | 1415 |
| 1515 | 1616 | 1716 | 1816 | 1915 | 2015 | 2116 |
| 2216 | 2315 | 2416 | 2516 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sat, Nov 7 15 · Sun, Nov 8 15 · Sat, Nov 14 15 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Thu, Oct 29 15 · Fri, Oct 30 15 · Wed, Nov 4 15 |
| Busiest days | Wed, Oct 28 16 · Sat, Oct 31 16 · Sun, Nov 1 16 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 16 · weekends 16 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 16 · Tue 16 · Wed 16 · Thu 15 · Fri 15 · Sat 16 · Sun 16 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- 2026 Dandandanpeseutibeol 2026 단단단페스티벌 Thu, Nov 26 – Sat, Nov 28 · 9 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Dangyeonggol Recreation Area?
- Dangyeonggol Recreation Area has no on-site parking. Use public transport or a nearby car park.
- What are the opening hours of Dangyeonggol Recreation Area?
- Open 24 hr. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Dangyeonggol Recreation Area least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Thursday is the quietest day of the week (average 15) and Saturday the busiest (average 16). The single quietest day is Thu, Oct 29.
- What time should I visit Dangyeonggol Recreation Area to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving early in the morning or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Dangyeonggol Recreation Area be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be quiet (daily crowd index 16; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
- Chilseongsan 칠성산 1.9 km · Mountain
- Songdamseowon(Gangreung) 송담서원(강릉) 2.5 km · Historic site
- Gangreungjadongchageukjang 강릉자동차극장 2.9 km · Performance venue
- Gangreung Gulsansaji 강릉 굴산사지 4.4 km · Historic site
- Gulsansajidangganjiju 굴산사지당간지주 4.7 km · Historic relic