Machine translation — this page was translated automatically from Korean and has not been reviewed yet. Names may differ from official English names. (임의 번역)
Photo: Korea Tourism OrganizationAbout
Damteo Valley, located in Sangno-ri, Dongsong-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do, is a valley along Damteocheon, a tributary of the Hantan River, and its name comes from the animal bones hunted and discarded there, which were piled high enough to form a wall. Stretching about 7 km, the valley is scenic from its entrance, with highlights including Meokbawi on the south slope of Yongjeongsan and the vertical cliff Bulsangam, reached past Sinpo-dong. Dense trees and clear water keep it cool even in midsummer, and the water stays clean in the rainy season, so with snorkeling gear you can see fish. About two hours by car from Seoul, it is easy to reach, and its clear water and moderate depth make it good for children to play in.
Before you go
| Free public parking | 1 lot, 0 spaces within 1.4 km |
|---|---|
| Nearest emergency room | 4.8 km — 철원병원 (Korean name), ER 033-452-5011 |
| Licensed lodging within 3 km | 5 (hotels, motels, guesthouses; pensions not included) |
| Campsites nearby | 8 |
| Emergency numbers | 119 (fire & ambulance) · 122 (coast guard) · 1330 (Korea travel hotline, English) |
Sources & dates
- Name & description: machine translation of Korea Tourism Organization's Korean tourism information (KOGL), translated 2026-10-12, not reviewed yet
- Parking: Ministry of the Interior and Safety, National Parking Lot Standard Data (records dated 2026-03-11 to 2026-10-01)
- Emergency rooms: National Medical Center (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- Lodging: Ministry of the Interior and Safety, lodging business licenses (retrieved 2026-10-11)
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