Yongnuni Oreum

Yongnuni Oreum’s grassy ridges and eastern views

Yongnuni Oreum in Gujwa is known for its gently connected ridges and several craters. Views open along the contours of the grassland, with Seongsan Ilchulbong and Udo also listed as viewpoints in official information. It suits visitors wanting grassy outlines and open scenery rather than a crater hidden by forest.

Grass in spring and summer and silver grass in autumn and winter change the seasonal scenery. Treat the different name-origin stories, including a resting dragon or a dragon’s eye, as traditional explanations. Do not expect the silver grass colors or grazing scenes from a particular photo season to look the same every day; spend time observing the vegetation and views actually present.

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Visit duration and the lifting of the ecological-rest closure

Our editorial estimate is 1–1.5 hours, varying with photos, wind and your companions’ pace. Do not prepare for an entirely level stroll just because the low ridges look gentle. At the entrance, check your chosen trail and return direction. A short walk to the ridge and back is also an option.

A notice from Jeju Special Self-Governing Province states that Yongnuni Oreum’s natural-rest closure was lifted on July 1, 2023. This documents past access restrictions and does not guarantee the absence of later maintenance, weather or on-site closures. Check on-site signs and official oreum notices on your travel date, and use only open designated trails.

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Walking with care around silver grass, wind and grazing animals

Grassland and ridges offer little shelter from sun and wind, so bring water, a hat and an outer layer as appropriate. Do not enter the grass or create shortcuts across ridges for autumn silver grass photos. Our suggested plan is to walk less on wet paths after rain or in strong winds, and return while it is light.

If you encounter grazing horses or livestock, keep your distance without approaching or feeding them. Avoid blocking their movement for photos. With children, first agree to stay on the trail. If your companions tire, choose a shorter scenic visit rather than insisting on completing the entire crater circuit.

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Choosing between Darangswi Oreum and Bijarim in Gujwa

Distinguish Yongnuni Oreum’s land address from the actual visitor entrance on your map. Follow designated entrance and parking information without entering arbitrary ranch roads or fenced areas. If using buses, check the walk from your stop to the entrance and onward connections to reduce long waits in the uplands.

Darangswi Oreum offers a comparison with steeper slopes and a deep crater, while Bijarim provides a separate shaded forest walk. Climbing both volcanic hills in succession can be tiring. Our suggested choice is Yongnuni for ridge walking or Darangswi for a distinct crater and elevated views, according to your interests.

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