Eastern Jeju · Olle and walking routes

Jeju Olle Trail Route 2

This route starts at Gwangchigi Beach and takes in inland waters, villages and the area toward Daesusanbong. Honinji and the sea at Onpyeong offer historical and village scenery beyond Seongsan's coast alone. The route includes both an oreum hike in Goseong-ri and coastal walking.

Travel planning at a glance

Jeju Olle Route 2 is the Gwangchigi–Onpyeong Olle route, covering 14.8 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.

Seongsan Ilchulbong viewed from Gwangchigi Beach
Reference photo of Gwangchigi Beach on Jeju Olle Route 2 · This photo does not show the entire route or current trail conditions. · Korea.net / Korean Culture and Information Service (Jeon Han) · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Photo credit

Visitor information for Jeju Olle Trail Route 2

Official section
Gwangchigi–Onpyeong Olle
Route length
14.8Km
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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From Gwangchigi to Daesusanbong and Onpyeong

A route starting at Gwangchigi Beach and exploring inland waters, villages and the area toward Daesusanbong Peak.

Honinji and the sea at Onpyeong offer historical and village scenery beyond Seongsan's coast alone. The route includes both an oreum hike in Goseong-ri and coastal walking.

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Jeju Olle Route 2: distance and route layout

Current official route information lists a length of 14.8 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 2 is a one-way route from the official start point at Gwangchigi to the official finish point at Onpyeong. 14.8 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 Gwangchigi–Onpyeong Olle trail with your group

The climb up Daesusanbong and the coastal trail place different demands on your stamina. Do not assume that separate visits to Honinji or paid attractions are automatically included in completing the Olle route.

If completing all of Jeju Olle Route 2 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 2 and returning from the finish

The official route map provides separate start and finish coordinates. Start: the official start point at Gwangchigi (33.452018, 126.924336) · Finish: the official finish point at Onpyeong (33.405116, 126.904039). 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 2, check buses or taxis from the official finish point at Onpyeong back to your accommodation or the official start point at Gwangchigi. The 14.8 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: 광치기 공식 시작점 (33.452018, 126.924336) · 도착: 온평 공식 종점 (33.405116, 126.904039)

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

Bijarim Forest

After exploring Jeju Olle Trail Route 2, consider Bijarim Forest for a different setting. Check the separate journey and access conditions before adding it to your itinerary.

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Frequently asked travel questions

How long is Jeju Olle Route 2, and how much time should I allow?

The official route length is 14.8 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 2 a round trip?

Jeju Olle Route 2 is a one-way route from the official start point at Gwangchigi to the official finish point at Onpyeong. 14.8 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 2?

This route starts at Gwangchigi Beach and takes in inland waters, villages and the area toward Daesusanbong. Honinji and the sea at Onpyeong offer historical and village scenery beyond Seongsan's coast alone. The route includes both an oreum hike in Goseong-ri and coastal walking.

Is walking the whole of Jeju Olle Route 2 suitable for children?

The climb up Daesusanbong and the coastal trail place different demands on your stamina. Do not assume that separate visits to Honinji or paid attractions are automatically included in completing the Olle route. 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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