Creating a 'Premium Trekking Trail' in Gapyeong Yeoninsan Provincial Park

Environmental Improvement to View Yongchu Waterfall and Surrounding Scenery
Creation of Approximately 6.5km Trekking Course from Mulan-gol to Jeonpae Pass

Scenery viewed from the summit of Yeoninsan Mountain [Provided by Gyeonggi Province]

[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] Gyeonggi-do's 'Yeoninsan Provincial Park' is transforming into an upgraded space through various projects such as environmental restoration and the creation of premium trekking trails.

According to the province on the 10th, this year marks the completion of the 'Mulan-gol Area Native Plant Garden' around Yongchu Valley, where seasonal flowering trees have been planted since 2010 to align with the 'Yeonin (戀人, Lover) concept.'

In particular, a premium trekking course of about 6.5 km is being created in the upper area of Yongchu Valley (Mulan-gol to Jeonpae Pass), known for its outstanding scenery in the metropolitan area valleys.

Ten stepping stones have been installed for easy use by people of all ages, and future projects will utilize historical and cultural resources such as restoring Hwajeonmin sites and charcoal kiln sites, and installing suspension bridges.

Near Yongchu Waterfall, one of Gapyeong's eight scenic spots, an approximately 80-meter-long barrier-free deck path and a pavilion have been installed so that people with disabilities and others can rest and enjoy the natural atmosphere.

Yongchu Waterfall [Provided by Gyeonggi-do]

Additionally, trees that obstruct the view around the waterfall have been removed to allow visitors to see the waterfall and surrounding scenery at once.

Next year, a modern flush toilet will be newly constructed at Baekdun-ri parking lot, safety nets will be installed in rockfall risk areas, and old park facilities will be repaired and reinforced.

Tree management such as pruning, forest care, and trimming will be carried out in the approximately 70-year-old azalea colony on Somang Ridge and Jangsu Ridge, along with the creation of photo zones and rest areas as part of the 'Yeoninsan Azalea Attraction' project.

Yeoninsan Provincial Park, located in Gapyeong-gun, is a forest space equivalent to 4,000 soccer fields (37,691㎡). About 12 km of Yongchu Valley and various native species make it a popular healing spot for tourists.

A provincial official said, "We plan to manage it as a premium park by completing environmental restoration projects and operating forest interpretation and forest healing programs."

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