When will the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden operate during the 2024-2025 winter season?

The Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden will operate from December 23, 2024, to February 9, 2025. During this period, you can enjoy the unique winter ice garden for free.

Where should I park when visiting the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden, and which parking lot is closest to the Ice Garden?

When visiting the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden, you can use the Sangsodong Auto Camping Site parking lots for free. There are Parking Lots 1, 2, and 3 available, and among them, Parking Lot 1 is the closest to the Ice Garden.

What kind of attire should I prepare when visiting the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden, considering the slippery floor and splashing water?

The floor of the Ice Garden can be slushy and slippery, and water sprayed from the ice pillars may wet your clothes. Therefore, it is recommended to prepare waterproof clothing, gloves, and a hat, and to wear safe shoes instead of expensive ones. For children, it's a good idea to bring extra clothes.

Is the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden accessible for wheelchairs or strollers, and are pets and outside food allowed?

Partial access for wheelchairs and strollers is possible at the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden. Additionally, pets are allowed, and outside food can be brought in, making it a great place for the whole family to visit together.

Are there any recommended spots for taking photos or restricted areas for entry at the Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden?

You can take beautiful photos by stepping right into the center of the Ice Garden. Please note that entry to the left side is not permitted during photo shoots; you can only enter and take photos in the central area on the right side. Please be mindful of safety.

Sangsodong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden: Daejeon's…

You can't just huddle up at home during the cold winter, right?

To find the romance and fun that only winter can offer,

I visited Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area.

How about a stroll through Daejeon's winter wonderland, the Ice Garden?

📍 Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area
714 Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

📍 Parking Lot 1
724 Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

📍 Parking Lot 2
724 Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

📍 Parking Lot 3
854 Samgoe-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area Ice Garden

🚙 Address : 724 Sannae-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon (Sangso-dong 1)

⏰ Operating Period : December 23, 2024 ~ February 9, 2025

🅿 Parking : Free parking available at Sangso-dong Auto Camping Site

🧾 Admission Fee : Free.

✔ 🚻 Restrooms available (Men/Women).

✔ 🦽 Partially accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

✔ 🐕 Pets allowed.

✔ Outside food permitted.

Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area is a wonderful place to visit with children,

showcasing different charms throughout all four seasons.

In winter, it's especially perfect for families with kids thanks to its Ice Garden.

After parking, you'll pass the Sangso-dong Sledding Hill,

and after crossing the bridge, you'll arrive at the Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area.

As soon as you step onto the bridge,

countless ice pillars immediately capture your attention.

The Ice Garden at Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area is located right at the entrance,

making it easy to enjoy without having to walk far after parking.

Just stepping through the entrance, the forest scent and crisp, clean air instantly refresh both your body and mind.

The Ice Garden at Sangso-dong Forest Recreation Area

utilizes the surrounding stream water and groundwater

to create stunning ice walls and ice pillars,

making it a fantastic and unique winter date spot.

Unfortunately, this winter has also been quite warm,

so much of the ice has melted. ㅠ

The ground was slushy with muddy water,

and the ice itself was quite slippery,

so please be careful when exploring.

Even on the day of my visit, many people, both children and adults, were slipping and falling.

While last year the entire area was an Ice Garden completely covered in ice,

this year, they've created individual ice mountains around each stone tower.

If you step right into the center and take a photo,

you can capture beautiful pictures surrounded by ice. Haha!

Since the weather is warm, the ice is melting and becoming quite slippery.

You need to be especially careful when climbing up to take photos.

Also, since water is constantly spraying from the top of the ice pillars,

you might get hit by water while taking pictures;;

It would be good if you could prepare waterproof clothing.

With water constantly spraying,

and the ice melting,

as you walk along the path,

you'll encounter muddy sections,

as well as frozen, icy patches.

So, definitely don't wear your favorite shoes~~~

Please wear safe footwear.

Although it feels a bit smaller in scale than last year,

you can still enjoy the ice hill for free,

making it a wonderful option for a leisurely walk, a family outing, or a romantic date.

If you look closely, the ice grains,

and ice crystals are absolutely stunning.

They're soft and transparent,

making both the kids and me exclaim how beautiful they were over and over again.

The ice fragments sparkling in the sunlight shone like jewels, truly beautiful.

When taking photos, entry to the left side is not possible,

and you can only enter the center right to take pictures.

Looking at this ice sculpture,

the kids called it a heart ice,

while I called it a tooth! Haha.

The ice sculptures were constantly melting..;;

It seems warm weather in winter can also be a problem.

To the left, instead of the ice hill,

you can also find the stone pagoda, a signature landmark of Sangsodong Forest Bathing Area.

An air gun is provided on one side,

allowing you to brush off dust from your body or feet before and after your walk.

Further back, a well-maintained walking trail is also established,

so you can enjoy a forest walk after spending time at the ice hill.

On this visit, the kids wanted to go sledding, so we postponed the forest walk for another time.

Water continuously sprays from the top of the ice pillars,

adding the sparkle of water shimmering in the sunlight,

We were able to see an even more fantastic and beautiful sight.

The Ice Garden at Sangsodong Forest Recreational Area

is a truly wonderful place for a winter outing with kids in Daejeon.

Especially with its **Ice Garden** and **Snow Sledding Hill**, which you can only experience in winter,

it's perfect for spending quality time with family.

Daejeon Sangsodong Forest Recreational Area is located in Sangsodong, Dong-gu, Daejeon.

Nearby, you'll find Yetgyeo (Old Site) and Manninsan Recreational Forest, making it great to explore as part of a longer itinerary.

You can visit by searching for 'Sangsodong Auto Camping Site' on your navigation.

The Sangsodong Auto Camping Site is free to use,

and there are three parking lots: Parking Lot 1, Parking Lot 2, and Parking Lot 3.

Parking Lot 1 is the closest to the Ice Garden.

📌 Waterproof clothing, gloves, and hats are a must! Kids, especially, can get wet easily, so it's a good idea to bring extra clothes. Expensive clothes or shoes might get dirty.

📌 The ice can be very slippery, so please be mindful of safety.

📌 Nearby Attractions: Sangsodong Snow Sledding Hill, Yetgyeo (Old Site), Manninsan Natural Recreational Forest

As a special place you can only enjoy in winter,

where you can admire ice sculptures

and take a leisurely walk,

#DaejeonWinterDateIdeas

#DaejeonWinterDestinations

Sangsodong Ice Garden

I highly recommend it.