Cheoksan Hot Spring Resort 척산온천휴양촌
Sokcho · Seoraksan & Nohak-dong · Fun & activities
Soaking in hot spring water after a day of hiking is a classic Korean reward, and this hillside resort is among the most convenient places for it near Seoraksan. The indoor baths are gender-separated, and bathers wear nothing, so bring a small towel and be ready to shower thoroughly before entering. If that sounds unfamiliar, it is a normal and respectful routine in Korea, and staff will point you to lockers.
Water temperatures vary from warm to hot, so ease in slowly. Visible tattoos may raise questions at some baths, so ask at the front desk. Prices, facilities and hours may change.
From Sokcho take a bus toward Seoraksan and get off in Nohak-dong, or take a taxi in about 15 minutes. (Show a driver: 척산온천휴양촌)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 척산온천휴양촌
- Best time to visit
- Evening is ideal after a hike, particularly on cold winter days when steam and cool air feel magical.
- Pair it with
- Dopyeong Coffee is close by, Seorak Waterpia is another hot-spring option, and Chodang Bonjeom Sundubu is a short drive.
- Great for
- Parents
- Local tip
- A public bathhouse near Seoraksan. Bathing is nude and gender-separated; bring a small towel, shower first, and note that visible tattoos may be questioned at some baths.