Sinwonsa to Donghaksa traverse

신원사 동학사 종주

The long ridge route from the south end to Donghaksa

⚠ The military area above Yeoncheonbong and Ssalgaebong are closed; the iron stairs below Sambulbong are slick when wet

Hours
From just after sunrise; closed in fire season and bad weather
Tickets
Free entry; parking paid on site
Address
Sinwonsa-ro, Gyeryong-myeon, Gongju

From Sinwonsa the route passes Gowangam and Yeoncheonbong Pass, climbs Yeoncheonbong and Gwaneumbong, crosses the Jayeonseongneung ridge, and drops over Sambulbong and Nammaetap to Donghaksa. The park office lists 9.9 km and six hours. Starting at the quiet south end and finishing at Donghaksa, it fills a whole day. The calm of the Sinwonsa side is its quiet virtue.