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Sunset

Golden Light at Sikjangsan

Time your visit for the warm glow before the sun dips below the horizon.

Best time: 15 OctoberAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:09

    Grab a coffee or snack in Daejeon before heading up. Check the route to Sikjangsan Mountain Forest.

  2. 17:34

    Sikjangsan Mountain Forest

    Arrive at Sikjangsan Mountain Forest. Park nearby and begin the short walk to a viewing spot. The trails are extensive, so take your time finding a quiet bench or clear area facing west.

  3. 17:54

    Sikjangsan Mountain Forest

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the W, casting a golden light that starts around 17:19 and lasts until the sun disappears at 17:54.

  4. 18:24

    Sikjangsan Mountain Forest

    Stay for the twilight. The forest offers a peaceful atmosphere as the light fades. Use the walking trails to cool down before heading back down.

Local tip

Sikjangsan Mountain Forest has no parking facilities. Arrive early to secure a spot nearby and allow time for the walk up.

Check before you go

  • Sikjangsan Mountain Forest is open all year round.
  • There are no parking facilities at the site.
  • Check the route to the mountain before you go.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Daejeon (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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