Hwacheon
South Korea · Gangwon-doKR
County in South Korea
Hwacheon County is a county in the state of Gangwon-do, South Korea. The northern border is, in some places, within nine kilometres of the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Neighboring counties are Cheorwon to the northwest and north, Yanggu to the east, Chuncheon to the south, and the Gyeonggi-do province to the southwest. The county consists largely of mountains and rivers, between which are small farming communities, military bases and military training grounds. The area is renowned for its rivers, lake trout, indigenous otters, and natural scenery.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 23,822
- Coordinates
- 38.107, 127.706
- Timezone
- Asia/Seoul
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Hwacheon
Set in Gangwon-do, South Korea, Hwacheon is a small town. Its resident count stands at approximately 23,822. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are sports, nature and water sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Hwacheon
Sports in Hwacheon
(5)The sports shortlist for Hwacheon: Skateboard, Skiing, Slopes, Snow Tubing and Snowboard. All of it is drawn from Hwacheon's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Hwacheon
(4)On the nature side, Hwacheon offers Lakes, Natural Places, Nature and Valleys. All of it is drawn from Hwacheon's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Hwacheon
(3)Looking for water sports? Hwacheon has Jet Skiing, Swimming and Water Skiing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Hwacheon.
Nightlife in Hwacheon
(2)Nightlife in Hwacheon covers Events and Festival. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Hwacheon.
Adventure in Hwacheon
(1)For adventure, expect Parachute. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Hwacheon.
More to do in Hwacheon
(2)Other activities lovers get Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Hwacheon's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Hwacheon
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February.
Getting there & around
Hwacheon is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Gangwon-do and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Asia/Seoul.
Similar destinations
Places near Hwacheon that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hwacheon known for?
- Hwacheon, in Gangwon-do, South Korea, is best known for sports, nature and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 23,822 residents.
- What can you do in Hwacheon?
- Recorded activities in Hwacheon include Skateboard, Skiing, Slopes, Snow Tubing and Snowboard. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Hwacheon?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February.
- Where is Hwacheon located?
- Hwacheon is located in Gangwon-do, South Korea. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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