Jirisan Nogodan to Cheonwangbong Ridge

Korea's longest mountain trail at 25 kilometers of alpine ridge connects Nogodan plateau to Cheonwangbong summit at 1915 meters, necessitating an overnight stay at a high-altitude shelter like the Nogodan Shelter, which accommodates 80 guests per night. The path winds through virgin silver fir forest and past Beopseo Hermitage, a 600-year-old Buddhist temple, offering a cultural and natural immersion. Outperforming #3 Seoraksan's Ulsanbawi Rock Circuit, Jirisan provides a multi-day adventure with a 40% longer total ascent, while its biodiversity is richer than the typical Korean alpine trail, featuring over 100 rare plant species documented along the route.