Gisamun Beach

This description was machine-translated from the Korea Tourism Organization's Korean original.

This beach is located in Gisamun-ri, Hyeonbuk-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do. It lies between Hajodae Beach and Janggyo-ri Beach. Because the Route 38 Rest Area, through which the 38th Parallel—a symbol of division—passes, is here, it became better known as 38 Beach. The beach is open year-round, and being along National Highway 7, it is easy to access. The sandy shore is compact, so it is visited more by surfers than by swimmers. It is famous for waves that are good for surfing. By Windfinder standards, waves allowing rides of up to 3 m can break, but on windy days the current grows strong, and beginner surfers should avoid entering the water. Along the shore there are surf shops offering lessons and board rentals, as well as a variety of amenities such as cafes and guesthouses. Gisamun Campground draws many summer vacationers. At Gisamun Port, five minutes away, visitors can taste fresh seafood and also enjoy fishing village experiences, boat fishing, and breakwater fishing. Nearby attractions worth visiting include Gisamun Village, the unmanned lighthouse at Hajodae, and Jukdojeong Pavilion.