Jungmun Saekdal Beach
Visitor information for an actual waypoint on this Olle route. Check admission to attractions and individual activities separately from your walking itinerary.
Visitor guide →Seogwipo and the south · Olle and walking routes
Jeju Olle Trail Route 8
This coastal route runs from Wolpyeong through Daepo and Jungmun to Daepyeong. The areas toward Daepo's columnar joints and Jungmun Saekdal Beach, along with Nonjitmul and Yeolli Coastal Trail, offer different coastal views. Check separate entry conditions for visits inside paid attractions.
Travel planning at a glance
Jeju Olle Route 8 is the Wolpyeong–Daepyeong Olle route, covering 19.3 km. The official suggested walking time is 5-6 hours and the difficulty rating is moderate. The start and finish are different, so arrange return transport or travel to the port separately.
Visitor information for Jeju Olle Trail Route 8
- Official section
- Wolpyeong–Daepyeong Olle
- Route length
- 19.3Km
- Official reference duration
- 5-6 hours · Varies with your pace
- Official difficulty
- Moderate
- Walking format
- One-way route with different start and finish points
Operating and access information is based on the official sources below. Recommended routes and visit durations are editorial suggestions. Check each place's description to see whether waiting, meals and similar time are included, and allow separate time for travel between places.
A trail linking the Jungmun coast and the sea at Daepyeong
A coastal route from Wolpyeong through Daepo and Jungmun to Daepyeong.
The areas toward Daepo's columnar joints and Jungmun Saekdal Beach, along with Nonjitmul and Yeolli Coastal Trail, offer different coastal views. Check separate entry conditions for visits inside paid attractions.
Jeju Olle Route 8: distance and route layout
Current official route information lists a length of 19.3 km, a suggested walking time of 5-6 hours and a moderate difficulty rating. The time varies with breaks, activities, meals and your pace. If markers have changed or there is a temporary diversion, follow the operator's instructions for that day.
Jeju Olle Route 8 is a one-way route from the official start point at Wolpyeong to the official finish point at Daepyeong. 19.3 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.
Walking the Wolpyeong–Daepyeong Olle trail with your group
Plan visits to a few Jungmun attractions separately from completing the long Olle walk. On days with waves or strong winds, first check for coastal detours and closures.
If completing all of Jeju Olle Route 8 would be too demanding, choose a shorter section that follows the on-site Olle markers and plan how to get there and back. The moderate difficulty rating does not guarantee that every section is accessible with a pushchair or wheelchair.
Jeju Olle Trail Route 8 · Official information ↗ · Checked
Jeju Olle official safety guidelines ↗ · Checked
Getting to the start of Jeju Olle Route 8 and returning from the finish
The official route map provides separate start and finish coordinates. Start: the official start point at Wolpyeong (33.243570, 126.458605) · Finish: the official finish point at Daepyeong (33.235901, 126.363039). These coordinates identify the currently listed points; they are not street addresses. Compare them with the official route's start and finish on the map.
Before walking Jeju Olle Route 8, check buses or taxis from the official finish point at Daepyeong back to your accommodation or the official start point at Wolpyeong. The 19.3 km route does not include the return distance. Check services at your chosen bus stop for your travel date in the Jeju Bus Information System.
Route start and finish · 출발: 월평 공식 시작점 (33.243570, 126.458605) · 도착: 대평 공식 종점 (33.235901, 126.363039)
These are the start and finish coordinates provided on the operator's map. Calculate the approach distance from your chosen port or bus stop separately.
Location reference ↗Choose your next stop according to your direction of travel
Seogwipo Forest of Healing
After exploring Jeju Olle Trail Route 8, consider Seogwipo Forest of Healing for a different setting. Check the separate journey and access conditions before adding it to your itinerary.
Visitor guide →Frequently asked travel questions
How long is Jeju Olle Route 8, and how much time should I allow?
The official route length is 19.3 km, the suggested walking time is 5-6 hours, and the difficulty rating is moderate. Total time varies with visits to attractions, meals, your pace and any current diversions.
Is the distance for Jeju Olle Route 8 a round trip?
Jeju Olle Route 8 is a one-way route from the official start point at Wolpyeong to the official finish point at Daepyeong. 19.3 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.
What can I see at Jeju Olle Trail Route 8?
This coastal route runs from Wolpyeong through Daepo and Jungmun to Daepyeong. The areas toward Daepo's columnar joints and Jungmun Saekdal Beach, along with Nonjitmul and Yeolli Coastal Trail, offer different coastal views. Check separate entry conditions for visits inside paid attractions.
Is walking the whole of Jeju Olle Route 8 suitable for children?
Plan visits to a few Jungmun attractions separately from completing the long Olle walk. On days with waves or strong winds, first check for coastal detours and closures. After considering the full distance, the day's weather and your child's walking experience, you can choose to walk only part of the route.