Course Flow
Elevation Profile
The shortest route up Dutasan — an out-and-back from Datjae rest area along a forested ridge, with views toward the Byeotul Rock cliffs near the top.
Route by Section
A forested start behind Datjae rest area climbs gently to the Banhal rest point.
The ridge steepens through Dutasan's characteristic dense oak forest.
A broad summit at 1,357 m with its triangulation post — mostly forested, but glimpses toward the Byeotul Rock cliffs.
Return the same way. A detour to Byeotul Rock is possible if you budget the extra time.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, 1 L water, and a layer for ridge wind.
Entry
- No permit needed. Datjae parking jams in peak season — arrive early.
Cautions
- Check signs at the cliff-side junctions — the Byeotul Rock direction is a different grade.
Course Flow
Elevation Profile
The classic loop of Dutasan's cliff wonders: from Mureung Valley past Sanseong Falls to Byeotul Rock and the Macheonru crags — about 8.2 km and five hours by public trip logs.
Route by Section
Follow the valley past Dohak Temple to Sanseong Falls through continuous gorge scenery.
Leave the valley for the ridge and a steeper pitch; the giant rock of Byeotul opens Dutasan's finest scenery.
The gorge-and-crag section; the colossal Macheonru boulder is the highlight.
Descend on the jointly built trail back to Mureung Valley on an easy grade.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, gloves, 1.5 L water — gloves earn their keep on the crags.
Entry
- No permit; check Mureung Valley fees and parking rules before you go.
Cautions
- Crags turn dangerous in rain — switch to the short loop when rain is forecast.
Course Flow
Elevation Profile
The full Dutasan traverse: Datjae over the summit along Byeolbong ridge and the Byeotul Rock wonders down into Mureung Valley — the best of the mountain in one day. Allow generous time and fitness.
Route by Section
Up the short route to the summit — the easy part; the traverse proper starts beyond.
Turn east along the ridge to Byeolbong — forest and rock alternating, proper ridge walking.
The highlight run: the long Byeotul cliff band and the great Macheonru boulder.
Past Sanseong Falls into the valley — gorge scenery soothes tired legs.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, gloves, 2 L water, headlamp — a whole day on the move.
Entry
- No permit, but it is point-to-point — arrange a shuttle or check buses in advance.
Cautions
- The crag section has a real accident record — canceling in wind, rain or ice is the right call.