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See 명소Dobongsan 도봉산

A rocky Dobongsan hike to Madangbawi and the views below Sinseondae

Self-paid. The blogger paid for this visit.

A mountain hike from Dobongsan Station through forest paths to Madangbawi and the rocky upper trail. Dodo reached the area below Sinseondae, then turned back before the final steep climb and queue.

근데 남은 거리가 지금까지 온 길이랑은 느낌이 완전 달랐습니다.

But the distance left felt completely different from everything I had walked so far.

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Is it for you?

Go forA wide resting rock at Madangbawi, followed by exposed rock ridges and views over Seoul. Dodo found the scenery near Sinseondae rewarding even without stepping onto the summit.
Skip ifYou want an easy stroll, dislike steep rock sections or have only light city shoes. The upper trail has rocks, roots and a steep final approach, and Dodo chose not to climb the last section.

Good to know

  • Start at Dobongsan Station Exit 1 and head toward Dobong Visitor Center. The map pin marks this trail starting point, not the summit.
  • Dodo followed Dobongsan Station, Dobong Visitor Center, Madangbawi and the area below Sinseondae.
  • The station-to-station trip took about three hours, including a 20-minute break. Allow more time if continuing onto Sinseondae.
  • Wear hiking shoes and carry water. Dodo went in ordinary sneakers and wished for hiking shoes.
  • Use a restroom on the lower trail before heading into the upper rocky section.
  • Dogs are not allowed on this national-park trail.
  • Check current trail entry hours and restrictions before setting out.

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