Gangmun Beach
Gangmun Beach: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks busy (daily crowd index 80); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Wed, Nov 25; weekday average 27, weekend average 70; the quietest day of the week is Wednesday; opening hours: Open all day (KST).
- Type
- River, sea & lake
- Area
- Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
- Address
- 352 Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
- Opening hours
- Open all day (KST)
- Parking nearby
- 3 lots within 500 m · about 296 spaces
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:48 · sunset 17:28
- Popularity
- Popular
Gangmun Beach: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2827 | 2930 | 3059 | 3180 | |||
| 11/175 | 228 | 326 | 423 | 523 | 633 | 776 |
| 860 | 926 | 1024 | 1124 | 1224 | 1331 | 1475 |
| 1563 | 1624 | 1724 | 1823 | 1923 | 2032 | 2172 |
| 2260 | 2324 | 2421 | 2520 | 2627 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 8 60 · Sun, Nov 15 63 · Sun, Nov 22 60 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Wed, Nov 4 23 · Tue, Nov 24 21 · Wed, Nov 25 20 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 80 · Sun, Nov 1 75 · Sat, Nov 7 76 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 27 · weekends 70 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 26 · Tue 24 · Wed 23 · Thu 25 · Fri 39 · Sat 76 · Sun 65 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- 2026 Dandandanpeseutibeol 2026 단단단페스티벌 Thu, Nov 26 – Sat, Nov 28 · 6 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Gangmun Beach?
- Yes. On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Gangmun Beach?
- Open all day (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Gangmun Beach least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Wednesday is the quietest day of the week (average 23) and Saturday the busiest (average 76). The single quietest day is Wed, Nov 25.
- What time should I visit Gangmun Beach 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 Gangmun Beach be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be busy (daily crowd index 80; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
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- Keopikeopeobakmulgwan 커피커퍼박물관 0.3 km · Museum & gallery
- Chodangsundubumaeul 초당순두부마을 0.3 km · Street & village
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- Heonanseolheon Saenggateo 허난설헌 생가터 0.9 km · Historic site
- Heonanseolheon Solsup 허난설헌 솔숲 0.9 km · Historic site