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Goesan-gun, South Korea

Mungwang Reservoir (문광저수지), Goesan, South Korea

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Image from http://www.cbinews.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=202084 Address: 15 Goesan-ro yanggok 5-gil, Mungwang-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea충청북도 괴산군 문광면 괴산로양곡5길 15Contact Info: +82 43-830-3114 / +82 043-830-2522Website: https://www.goesan.go.kr/festival/contents.do?key=1489https://www.goesan.go.kr/festival/contents.do?key=1489 / http://www.goesan.go.kr/tour/Entrance Fees & Usage Costs: FreeOperating Hours: N/A Introduction:The Mungwang Reservoir is a beautiful area, with fishing huts in the water, and a 2km boundary of road, stacked with ginkgo… Continue reading Mungwang Reservoir (문광저수지), Goesan, South Korea

Appalachian Trail Preparation and Thru-hike, USA

How to Choose the Best Sleeping Gear for Backpacking and Hiking

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Sleeping Gear Sleeping gear is essential to a successful hike or backpacking adventure. The sleeping gear along with the shelter, and the backpack is often referred to as the Trinity or the Big 3. The following should be considered:⁃ Sleeping Pad⁃ Sleeping Bag⁃ Quilt⁃ Advantages and Disadvantages of Sleeping Bag vs Quilt Sleeping Pad: A… Continue reading How to Choose the Best Sleeping Gear for Backpacking and Hiking

Goesan-gun, South Korea

Ssanggok Valley (쌍곡구곡) – A Hidden Gem for Nature Lovers

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Images from english.visitkorea.or.kr Address: 242, Ssanggok-ro, Chilseong-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do충청북도 괴산군 칠성면 쌍곡로 242For more info: +82-43-542-5267Webpages: http://www..knps.or.kr / http://tour.goesan.go.kr / Entrance fees & Usage Costs: Free Entrance, though parking fees could apply. Parking fees are usually pretty cheap. Introduction: Ssanggok Valley is a hidden gem located in Chilseong-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea. It is a… Continue reading Ssanggok Valley (쌍곡구곡) – A Hidden Gem for Nature Lovers

Goesan-gun, South Korea

Goesan-gun: Goesanho Lake

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Goesanho Lake Address: Chilseong-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do충청북도 괴산군 칠성면Contact Info: +82 2 1330 (Tourist Hotline) / +82 43 830 2114Website: https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/ATR/SI_EN_3_1_1_1.jsp?cid=1761737 / http://www.goesan.go.kr Operating Hours: N/aEntrance Fees & Facility Costs: Admission is freeTraditional Sail boat and Cruise Ferry will have costs (Let me know if you know how much it is currently). Cruise ferry on Goesanho… Continue reading Goesan-gun: Goesanho Lake

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Goesan-gun: Sanmagi Yetgil Trail

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Located in the picturesque region of Goesan, South Korea, the Sanmagi Yetgil Trail is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers and professional nappers. The trail offers a unique and off-the-beaten-path hiking experience, with breathtaking views, challenging terrain, and a chance to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the region...while taking a nap.