Wolpo Beach: crowding, parking and nearby course
| Data date | 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST |
|---|---|
| Quietest | Mon 11/16 (23) |
| Parking | Easy |
| Hours | Always open |
Crowding forecast for Wolpo Beach
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Mon 11/16 (23) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (87). Weekday average 29, weekend average 80 (100 = peak season).
| Date | Avg | Level | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11/4 | 26 | Quiet | - |
| Thu 11/5 | 27 | Quiet | - |
| Fri 11/6 | 53 | Quiet | - |
| Sat 11/7 | 87 | Busy | - |
| Sun 11/8 | 84 | Busy | - |
| Mon 11/9 | 27 | Quiet | - |
| Tue 11/10 | 28 | Quiet | - |
Quieter nearby on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8
5 spots in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do are forecast quieter than Wolpo Beach on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8. Quietest: Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (Sat 36, Sun 40); Wolpo Beach: Sat 87, Sun 84.
| # | Attraction | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site | 36 Quiet | 40 Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Chilpo Beach | 61 Normal | 59 Normal | Easy |
| 3 | Hwanho Park | 82 Busy | 78 Normal | Easy |
| 4 | Jukdo Market | 90 Busy | 76 Normal | Easy |
| 5 | Pohang Museum of Steel Art | 97 Busy | 74 Normal | Easy |
Parking at Wolpo Beach
8 car parks within 500 m with about 380 spaces in total. Nearest: 월포4 공영주차장 (67 m); 8 are public.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolpo4 Gongyeongjuchajang | 67m | 13 | Yes |
| Cheonghamyeon Nosang1 | 75m | 5 | Yes |
| Wolpo5 Gongyeongjuchajang | 161m | 20 | Yes |
Cheap parking near Wolpo Beach
Of 3 car parks with fee data, 3 are free and 0 cost 3,000 KRW/hour or less (scaled). Cheapest: Wolpo4 Gongyeongjuchajang (0), 67 m away.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolpo4 Gongyeongjuchajang | 67m | 13 | 0 |
| Cheonghamyeon Nosang1 | 75m | 5 | 0 |
| Wolpo5 Gongyeongjuchajang | 161m | 20 | 0 |
Drive course from Wolpo Beach
A 4-stop course from Wolpo Beach is 19.3 km in straight-line distance. Next stop: Chilpo Beach (8.3 km); the course ends at Jukdo Market.
| Stop | Attraction | From prev. | Sat | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wolpo Beach | - | 87 Busy | Easy |
| 2 | Chilpo Beach | 8.3km | 61 Normal | Easy |
| 3 | Yeongildae Beach | 8.8km | 86 Busy | Easy |
| 4 | Jukdo Market | 2.2km | 90 Busy | Easy |
Quieter alternatives in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
3 spots in Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do average lower crowding than Wolpo Beach over 14 days. The quietest is Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site (average 29) versus 44 for Wolpo Beach.
| # | Attraction | Avg | Level | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gonnyunsan Mountain Paragliding Site | 29 | Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Chilpo Beach | 36 | Quiet | Easy |
| 3 | Pohang Museum of Steel Art | 42 | Quiet | Easy |
Highway traffic forecast to Wolpo Beach
Korea Expressway Corporation forecasts about 5,550,000 vehicles nationwide at 15:00 on 2026-11-04. No forecast route connects directly to Wolpo Beach. The closest, Seoul-Ulsan (74 km away), takes 250 min out and 250 min back.
| Route | From Seoul | To Seoul | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulsan | 250 min | 250 min | 74km |
| Daegu | 210 min | 210 min | 79km |
| Busan | 270 min | 270 min | 117km |
| Gangneung | 160 min | 164 min | 178km |
| Daejeon | 99 min | 114 min | 179km |
| Yangyang | 110 min | 110 min | 218km |
| Gwangju | 200 min | 200 min | 255km |
| Mokpo | 221 min | 237 min | 311km |
Wolpo Beach in month 11
Among 14 forecast days in month 11, the quietest day is Mon 11/16 (23). 10 days are Quiet (under 55) and 2 are Busy (80+).
| Date | Avg | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 11/16 | 23 | Quiet |
| Tue 11/17 | 24 | Quiet |
| Wed 11/4 | 26 | Quiet |
| Thu 11/5 | 27 | Quiet |
| Wed 11/11 | 27 | Quiet |
| Thu 11/12 | 27 | Quiet |
Wolpo Beach: opening hours and admission
Opening hours of Wolpo Beach: Always open (Korea time). Admission is not listed in the data we collected; check the official channel before you visit.
| Hours | Always open |
|---|---|
| Closed | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
Details by attraction
| Type | NA02 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Always open |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Parking | Easy |
| Spaces | 380 |
| Popularity | 0.75 |
Before you go
- Check traffic and car park hours before leaving.
- Confirm closures on the official site.
- Under 55 is Quiet, 80+ is Busy.
- If parking is tight, use public car parks or transit.
FAQ
When is Wolpo Beach least crowded?
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Mon 11/16 (23) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (87).
What is the data date?
Crowding forecasts were received on 2026-11-04; the traffic forecast is as of 2026-11-04 14:04 KST. These are estimates from past data, not live.
Where does the parking data come from?
Korea's national parking-lot open data and Korea Tourism Organization data, counting car parks within 500 m. Fees and hours may change.
What does the crowding number mean?
It is relative to that spot's own peak season (100). Under 55 is Quiet, under 80 Normal, 80 or more Busy.
Related pages
Sources and data date
- Data date: 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST
- Korea Tourism Organization, Korea Expressway Corporation, Korea public data portal, TMAP Mobility.