Gyeongpo Lake

Adjacent to the ARTE Museum in Gangneung, is the beautiful Gyeongpo Lake Park. We just walked from the museum into the lake park. Gyeongpo Lake Park in Gangneung offers a serene and picturesque retreat, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the surroundings. With its tranquil lake, well-maintained trails, and family-friendly atmosphere, the park is a perfect destination for relaxation, leisurely walks, and enjoying quality time with loved ones. Whether you're seeking solace in nature, exploring historical sites, or simply enjoying a day outdoors, Gyeongpo Lake Park offers a rejuvenating experience in the heart of Gangneung. Gyeongpo Lake Park offers a network of well-maintained walking and cycling trails that meander through the park's lush surroundings The lake stretches for about 4.2 kilometers and is surrounded by stunning landscapes. Visitors can rent electric or manual bicycles, two seater cart and enjoy along the lakeside paths, enjoying the gentle breeze and scenic views. The entrance to the park is free.

A beautiful lake that is so close to a sea beach yet holds its own beauty. There’s a walkway all around this lake that can cover on foot if you like but it would easily take you more than an hour to do that. We did it the easier way by hiring these bikes that can accommodate 4 or more people depending on the size of your group. Two ppl can pedal and control the direction at the same time. And it’s the fastest way to go around the lake without getting exhausted. You have an option to rent the bikes for 1hr or more. You can also stop at various locations around the lake and explore the lanes etc. We visited during Cherry blossom festival and it was gorgeous as ever. The fair was also on the lakeside

The lake smells like the ocean. Very salty. It was cool and windy when I visited in the evening in summer. The paths are very flat and easy to walk. I walked about half the lake to a bike shop and rented a single person bike from Green Bike for 5000 won, for one hour. I didn't realise that when you put the kickstand down you need to clamp it together with your hand to lift it up otherwise it won't move so fyi on that. There are statues around the lake perimeter and some weird museums about film history and...Thomas Edison. It's very peaceful and a great cycling spot. Beautiful photo ops.

Whenever I go to Gangneung, I always stop by here if possible. I can take a walk around the lake and look around while getting some exercise... There are beautiful landscapes and works of art along the lakeside path... It's a place where you can enjoy the lake without feeling tired.

Gyeongpodae Lake is probably Gangneung's most treasured beauty. It is best to visit it from March to November as you can see a spectacular spring view during April or a colorful fiery autumn view during October. A must-visit for everyone visiting Gangwon-do. Lovely.