Best spots for autumn stroll: 4 destinations in South Gyeongsang Province

South Gyeongsang Province and the Gyeongnam Tourism Foundation recommended four autumn walking destinations in October. The destinations include Odojae Pass and Jiri Mountain Observatory Park in Hamyang, Railroad Culture Park in Jinju, Gwak Jae-u’s birthplace in Uiryeong, and Daewonsa Valley in Sancheong. Visitors can experience mountain ridgelines, railway heritage, ancient trees, historic sites and valley scenery. The Daewonsa Temple Music Festival will be held on Oct. 31.

Railroad Culture Park in central Jinju features yellow ginkgo trees, fountain grass, former railway facilities and walking trails around the former Jinju Station.

Hyeongosu Tree in Segan-ri, Uiryeong, is designated Natural Monument No. 493.

The ginkgo tree in front of Gwak Jae-u’s birthplace is more than 600 years old and designated Natural Monument No. 302.

Daewonsa Valley combines autumn foliage, clear streams and dense woodland along a trail at the foothills of Mount Jiri.

Published Oct 12, 2026 12:05 am KST

Jinju Railroad Culture Park, built on the site of the former Jinju Station, offers a distinctive atmosphere with its railway heritage, including a rolling stock maintenance depot, and yellow ginkgo trees. Courtesy of Gyeongnam Tourism Foundation

October, when autumn colors grow richer, is an ideal time to slow down and take in the seasonal scenery on foot. With every step, the changing hues of autumn leaves, the breeze, ancient trees and forest paths offer a chance to escape the daily routine and fully immerse oneself in the spirit of the season.

To mark the arrival of October, South Gyeongsang Province and the Gyeongnam Tourism Foundation have recommended four destinations under the theme “Autumn Foliage Tours on Foot,” where visitors can experience the beauty of fall up close. The routes each offer a distinct appeal, from the ridgelines of Mount Jiri and urban walking trails to historic paths shaded by ancient trees and scenic valley trails.

As autumn deepens, the area around Odojae Pass in Hamyang is blanketed in red and yellow foliage, creating a striking contrast with the majestic ridgelines of Mount Jiri. Jiri Mountain Observatory Park offers sweeping views of the mountain range, while visitors can savor the autumn atmosphere on a leisurely walk along the path leading to Jiri Mountain Jeilmun Gate. One of the area's special charms is the opportunity to pause at a scenic viewpoint and take in the landscape in the crisp autumn breeze.

Located in central Jinju, Railroad Culture Park offers a distinctive autumn landscape, with yellow ginkgo trees and fountain grass complementing the railway facilities of the former Jinju Station. Visitors can explore the city's history and enjoy the fall atmosphere at the same time as they stroll past railway heritage sites, including the former rolling stock maintenance depot, and along the park's walking trails. The park is also an ideal spot for taking atmospheric autumn photographs.

The birthplace of Gwak Jae-u, a renowned commander of civilian militia forces during the Japanese invasions of Korea in the 16th century, is located in Yugok-myeon, Uiryeong County. It is an autumn destination where ancient trees blend with the tranquil scenery of a traditional village.

At the village entrance stands Hyeongosu Tree in Segan-ri, Uiryeong, designated Natural Monument No. 493. In front of the birthplace, a ginkgo tree more than 600 years old, designated Natural Monument No. 302, has stood for centuries. The destination is ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful autumn walk steeped in history and local lore.

Daewonsa Valley Trail in Sancheong / Courtesy of the Gyeongnam Tourism Foundation

Autumn foliage and temple music festival: Daewonsa Valley in Sancheong

Daewonsa Valley in Sancheong becomes a spectacular autumn destination as vibrant foliage, clear streams and dense woodland come together in a colorful display. Visitors can leisurely follow the valley trail along the foothills of Mount Jiri and take in the beauty of nature.

Adding to the experience, the Daewonsa Temple Music Festival will be held at the temple on Oct. 31. Visitors can combine a stroll along foliage-lined paths with music performed amid the natural surroundings for a memorable autumn getaway.

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.

庆尚南道和庆南旅游基金会推荐了四个十月份的秋季徒步目的地。这些目的地包括咸阳的五岛峠和智异山展望公园、晋州的铁路文化公园、宜宁的郭载宇故乡以及山清的大元寺峡谷。游客可以体验到山脊风光、铁路遗迹、古树、历史遗迹和峡谷美景。大元寺音乐节将于10月31日举行。

晋州市中心的铁路文化公园拥有黄叶银杏树、喷泉草、旧铁路设施以及围绕原晋州站的步行道。

位于宜宁市世干里的玄古树被指定为第493号天然纪念物。

郭载宇出生地前的银杏树已有600多年的树龄，被指定为第302号天然纪念物。

大元寺山谷位于智异山山麓，沿着一条小径，将秋天的树叶、清澈的溪流和茂密的森林结合在一起。

发布于2026年10月12日凌晨12:05（韩国标准时间）

晋州铁路文化公园建于原晋州站旧址之上，保留了丰富的铁路历史遗迹，包括车辆维修站和金黄色的银杏树，营造出独特的氛围。图片由庆南旅游基金会提供。

十月，秋色渐浓，正是放慢脚步，漫步欣赏秋景的理想时节。每一步，都能感受到秋叶变幻的色彩、习习凉风、古树参天以及林间小径的环绕，让人有机会逃离日常琐碎，全身心地沉浸在秋日的氛围中。

为迎接十月的到来，庆尚南道和庆南旅游基金会以“徒步赏枫之旅”为主题，推荐了四条赏枫路线，让游客近距离感受秋日美景。从智异山的山脊、城市步道，到古树掩映的历史古道和风景秀丽的山谷小径，每条路线都各具特色，令人流连忘返。

秋意渐浓，咸阳五道峠一带被红黄相间的树叶装点，与雄伟的智异山山脊形成鲜明对比。智异山展望公园视野开阔，可饱览群山美景；游客也可沿着通往智异山一日门的步道悠闲漫步，尽情享受秋日氛围。此地的一大特色便是可在风景优美的观景点驻足，在清爽的秋风中欣赏秋日美景。

位于晋州市中心的铁路文化公园，秋色迷人，金黄色的银杏树和喷泉草与昔日晋州站的铁路设施相得益彰。游客可以漫步于公园的步道，欣赏包括原铁路车辆维修站在内的铁路遗址，同时感受浓郁的秋日气息，了解这座城市的历史。这里也是拍摄秋日美景的理想之地。

郭载宇的出生地位于宜宁郡裕谷面，他是16世纪日本侵占朝鲜时期著名的民兵指挥官。这里是秋季旅游胜地，古树与宁静的传统村落景色交相辉映。

在宜宁郡世干里村口，矗立着玄古树，被指定为第493号天然纪念物。在故居前，一棵树龄超过600年的银杏树，被指定为第302号天然纪念物，已屹立数百年。这里是寻求宁静秋日漫步、感受历史与当地传说的旅行者的理想去处。

山清县大元寺溪谷步道 / 图片由庆南旅游基金会提供

秋叶与寺庙音乐节：山清大元寺谷

山清县的大元寺溪谷秋季景色壮丽，层林尽染，溪水潺潺，森林茂密，构成一幅绚丽多彩的画卷。游客可以沿着智异山山麓的溪谷步道悠闲漫步，尽情欣赏大自然的美景。

为了增添体验，大元寺音乐节将于 10 月 31 日在寺庙举行。游客可以沿着绿树成荫的小路漫步，同时欣赏在自然环境中演奏的音乐，享受难忘的秋日之旅。

本文来自《韩国日报》（《韩国时报》的姊妹报），由人工智能生成系统翻译，并由《韩国时报》编辑。