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Jeju Olle Trail Route 13

This inland route leads from Yongsu Port toward Jeoji, taking in a reservoir, woodland and the area around Nakcheon-ri village. The old-tree woodland path, fern woodland path and area toward Jeoji Oreum suit a long walk through woods and villages. This route differs from a coastal trail with continuous sea views.

Travel planning at a glance

Jeju Olle Route 13 is the Yongsu–Jeoji Olle route, covering 16.2 km. The official suggested walking time is 4-5 hours and the difficulty rating is moderate. The start and finish are different, so arrange return transport or travel to the port separately.

View of Jeoji Oreum
Reference photo of Jeoji Oreum on Jeju Olle Route 13 · This photo does not show the entire route or current trail conditions. · Grapesurgeon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo credit

Visitor information for Jeju Olle Trail Route 13

Official section
Yongsu–Jeoji Olle
Route length
16.2km
Official reference duration
4-5 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.

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Woodland and village paths from Yongsu to Jeoji

An inland route from Yongsu Port to Jeoji, passing a reservoir, woodland and the area toward Nakcheon-ri village.

The old-tree woodland path, fern woodland path and area toward Jeoji Oreum suit a long walk through woods and villages. This route differs from a coastal trail with continuous sea views.

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Jeju Olle Route 13: distance and route layout

Current official route information lists a length of 16.2 km, a suggested walking time of 4-5 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 13 is a one-way route from the official start point at Yongsu to the official finish point at Jeoji. 16.2 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.

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Walking the Yongsu–Jeoji Olle trail with your group

Check the markers in woodland and on farm roads, and give way to village work vehicles. Allow extra time beyond the route's completion time if you add the full hike on Jeoji Oreum.

If completing all of Jeju Olle Route 13 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.

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Getting to the start of Jeju Olle Route 13 and returning from the finish

The official route map provides separate start and finish coordinates. Start: the official start point at Yongsu (33.323573, 126.166664) · Finish: the official finish point at Jeoji (33.333721, 126.256336). 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 13, check buses or taxis from the official finish point at Jeoji back to your accommodation or the official start point at Yongsu. The 16.2 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: 용수 공식 시작점 (33.323573, 126.166664) · 도착: 저지 공식 종점 (33.333721, 126.256336)

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 ↗

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Choose your next stop according to your direction of travel

Frequently asked travel questions

How long is Jeju Olle Route 13, and how much time should I allow?

The official route length is 16.2 km, the suggested walking time is 4-5 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 13 a round trip?

Jeju Olle Route 13 is a one-way route from the official start point at Yongsu to the official finish point at Jeoji. 16.2 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 13?

This inland route leads from Yongsu Port toward Jeoji, taking in a reservoir, woodland and the area around Nakcheon-ri village. The old-tree woodland path, fern woodland path and area toward Jeoji Oreum suit a long walk through woods and villages. This route differs from a coastal trail with continuous sea views.

Is walking the whole of Jeju Olle Route 13 suitable for children?

Check the markers in woodland and on farm roads, and give way to village work vehicles. Allow extra time beyond the route's completion time if you add the full hike on Jeoji Oreum. 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.

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