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The shortest way up Gyebangsan: from the 1100 Highlands parking lot a gentle forest valley climbs to the open summit meadow — classic "yusan" terrain with a long valley and airy top.
Route by Section
A gentle valley climb behind the lot leads to the Banhal rest point through good forest.
The valley steepens to the ridge junction — the heart of the climb on this shortest route.
The forest thins to the broad summit meadow with its triangulation post — 1,577 m.
Descend the same shortest route, checking junction signs where other trails branch off.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, 1 L water, wind shell. Mornings stay cold from early spring to late autumn.
Entry
- Inside Odaesan National Park — no permit, but check seasonal closure (rest-zone) notices.
Cautions
- Above 1,100 m, storms pin you down late — check the forecast.
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Elevation Profile
The standard Gyebangsan route: from Windunderyeong rest area past the viewpoint and ridge to the summit meadow, with Odaesan's ridgelines in view throughout.
Route by Section
A gentle ridgeline start; from the viewpoint the summit ridge shows itself head-on.
Rolling ridge ups and downs — the fitness test of the route, gaining height through forest and scrub.
A final steep pitch opens onto the summit meadow and its breezy 360-degree panorama at 1,577 m.
Descend the ridge, pausing at the viewpoints rushed on the way up.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, 1.5 L water, lunch. Bring a wind layer for the ridge.
Entry
- No permit in the park section; check fire-season closures.
Cautions
- The ridge is exposed to lightning — descend at the first thunder.
Course Flow
Elevation Profile
A long approach from the Dosawon side in Jinbu, Pyeongchang: hours of rolling low ridgeline before the summit — a classic "rolling" day that eats time. Check current trail status before setting out.
Route by Section
A forested valley-side start climbs to the first low ridge — the long day begins here.
Endless rolling ups and downs — pacing decides the day.
Join the main ridge and climb to the summit meadow — open reward after the long approach.
Follow the standard route down to Windunderyeong — plan the onward transport in advance.
Gear
- Hiking shoes, 2 L water, lunch, headlamp — a full-day pack.
Entry
- No permit in the park, but confirm the Dosawon-side trail is open before you go.
Cautions
- Common mistake: arriving at the summit too late. Work your timing backward.