Ulsanbawi — Local services in Sokcho-si

Really beautiful place. The hike is easy for the first 4/5ths of it. The last kilometer is intense though. Lots and lots and lots of stairs. I went in the winter so snow was covering the trail the whole time and luckily the snow made it easy to climb over the stairs and not have to take a step on every single stair. Though the climb down was a little hairy, I wish I had had shoes spikes on. I have done this hike in Autumn also and it's exhausting when you have to climb every single stair individually. The views at the top are...

The panaromic view of the peaks was so rewarding but don't underestimate the toll on your legs as you hike up n down the stairs; I couldn't walk properly the next two days. It was partly due to the punishing pace; I started late cos the trails were closed earlier, thanks to the typhoon. An unexpected treat came from a group of elderly who invited me to their picnic lunch, complete with ten side dishes, alcohol n fruits! Such friendliness n...

This hike is a challenge! Second time we do it and it was cloudy at the top again but it’s a great hike no matter what. Your calves will hurt the next day but it’s a beautiful hike. The stairs are definitely the challenging part. There’s also a beautiful temple midway to the top ! Have fun, take the challenge and promise you won’t regret it even if...