Heonhwaro Coastal Drive & Simgokhang Port 헌화로 해안 드라이브·심곡항
Gangneung · Jeongdongjin & Simgok · Sights
Driving this narrow road feels like riding along the lip of the sea. It runs between small fishing villages, with waves breaking only a few meters from the car, and there are places to pull over for photos. Simgokhang is a tiny port where boats rest in a sheltered cove, with a few simple eateries.
The scenery is dramatic but the road is narrow, so drive slowly and watch for cyclists. Public buses are infrequent. If you have no car, a taxi tour from Jeongdongjin is possible; ask in advance about waiting time.
Conditions may change in rough weather.
Reach it by car or taxi from Jeongdongjin Station (정동진역), about 10 minutes. Public transport is limited, so confirm the return trip.
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 헌화로 해안 드라이브·심곡항
- Best time to visit
- Late afternoon in clear weather, when the cliffs warm up in color.
- Pair it with
- Jeongdongsimgok Badabuchaegil Trail starts nearby, and Jeongdongjin Station & Beach is a short drive north.
- Great for
- Couples, Parents
- Local tip
- A narrow coastal road hugging the cliffs. Access is easiest by car or taxi; waves can close sections in storms.