Seoul City Completely Remodels Hangang Park Nanji Camping Site After 12 Years... Reopening in April

Increase Camping Area to Reduce Density, Encourage Use of Personal Items for Safety and Cleanliness

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Cheol-young] The Seoul Metropolitan Government's Hangang Project Headquarters announced on the 17th that it will completely remodel the 27,000㎡ area around Nanji Camping Site, a beloved urban relaxation space, and begin operations from April.

The newly renovated Nanji Camping Site has increased the area per camping spot by about 38%, introduced various camping cultures such as the ‘Campfire Zone’ and ‘Glamping Zone’ to move away from uniform camping styles, and allows safe and comfortable use by using personal belongings instead of fixed tents.

First, the space has become larger and more comfortable. The rental space area was expanded and the number of camping spots was reduced (172 spots → 124 spots) to lower density, but various facilities were created and arranged so that the total capacity (970 people → 900 people) did not significantly decrease.

Additionally, various camping cultures can be enjoyed. A total of 124 camping spaces will be operated, including the ‘General Camping Zone’ (83 spots) where camping is enjoyed at designated spots, the ‘Glamping Zone’ (5 spots) where camping can be easily enjoyed year-round, and the ‘Free Camping Zone’ (36 spots) where play activities and camping can be enjoyed together on the lawn.

For the safety and convenience of users, the operation method has also changed. To foster a healthy and safe family leisure camping culture, inappropriate items for camping site use such as alcoholic beverages, cooked food, and fireworks will not be sold at the convenience store. Furthermore, to reduce the burden on citizens, the fee system has been adjusted. Instead of the complicated fee system including entrance fees and rental fees, only the facility usage fee needs to be paid upon reservation. This reduces unnecessary fee burdens and makes the usage fees more affordable.

Reservations must be made in advance through the Seoul Public Service Reservation System. Reservations for the following month can be made on the 15th of each month, and reservations must be completed by 2 p.m. on the day of use. Usage hours for ‘General’ and ‘Free Camping’ are entry at 2 p.m. and exit by 11 a.m. the next day, while the ‘Glamping Zone’ requires entry at 3 p.m. and exit by 11 a.m. the next day. The ‘Barbecue Zone’ and ‘Campfire Zone’ operate two sessions per day.

Shin Yong-mok, head of the Seoul Hangang Project Headquarters, said, “Nanji Camping Site, loved by many citizens, has been reborn as a more comfortable and convenient space.” He added, “We will strive to create a safe and healthy camping culture as an outdoor relaxation space.”

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