Gapyeong County to Open Maple Road at Former Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute for 16 Days Starting October 25

Gapyeong County to Open from October 25 to November 9
Special Opening of Cheongpyeong Maple Road, Gapyeong’s Hidden Autumn Gem
A Variety of Events at the “Maple Destination,” Including Experience Programs and the Fisheries Expo

The Maple Road at the former Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute in Cheongpyeong-myeon, considered one of Gapyeong's most iconic autumn landscapes, will be fully open to the public for 16 days from October 25 to November 9.

Gapyeong County will fully open the old Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute Maple Road in Cheongpyeong-myeon for 16 days from the 25th of this month to November 9th. The photo shows the maple road last year. Provided by Gapyeong County.

This opening is being carried out with the active cooperation of the Korea Asset Management Corporation. The research institute grounds, which are normally off-limits to the public, will be specially opened, offering visitors a unique and memorable experience.

Gapyeong County aims to promote its hidden tourist resources through this event and to revitalize the local economy by attracting autumn tourists. During the event, visitors can enjoy a variety of experience programs, including writing wish notes, feeding fish for children, and a social media posting event with prizes.

On weekends, a local agricultural and specialty product direct market will be held, allowing visitors to purchase fresh produce and specialty goods from Gapyeong at affordable prices. Performances by local artists are also planned, adding a cultural touch to the beautiful scenery of the Maple Road.

In particular, on the opening weekend of October 25 and 26, the "2025 Korea Fisheries Expo - Traveling Seafood Direct Market" will be held concurrently. Organized by the Gyeonggi-do Federation of Korean Fisheries Managers, the event will offer fresh seafood at discounts of over 20%.

An official from Gapyeong County stated, "The Maple Road at the former Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute is a beautiful walking trail that turns into a spectrum of colors in the fall. We hope many people will come and enjoy the autumn atmosphere of Gapyeong during this opening period," adding, "With beautiful autumn foliage, experience programs, the Fisheries Expo, and various other events, we will provide a truly special time."

Meanwhile, the Maple Road opening event is free of charge and open to everyone.

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