Enchanting Beauty of Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest

Getting There

• Car

  From Pyeongchang Ski Resorts, take the 6 highway towards Hongcheon. Continue on the 6 highway for approximately 30-35 minutes. Look for signs indicating Hongcheon and follow them. As you approach Hongcheon, keep an eye out for the signs directing you to the Ginkgo Forest. The exact address is 686-4 Gwang-won-ri, Nae-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do. Once you arrive, there is ample parking available at the forest entrance.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  From Pyeongchang Ski Resorts, head to the nearest bus terminal. You can take a local bus to Hongcheon. Buses typically run every hour, and the journey will take about 45 minutes. Once in Hongcheon, you will need to take a taxi from the bus terminal to Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest, which is approximately a 15-minute ride. Ensure you have cash on hand for the taxi fare, which should be around 10,000 to 15,000 KRW.

• Public Transportation (Train & Taxi)

  Alternatively, you can take a train from Pyeongchang to Hongcheon. Head to the nearest train station and purchase a ticket to Hongcheon Station. The train ride will take about 30 minutes. Upon arrival at Hongcheon Station, take a taxi to the Ginkgo Forest, which is about a 20-minute drive away. Taxi fares should be around 15,000 KRW. Make sure to check the train schedule in advance to plan your trip accordingly.