Myeongsu-dang Autumn Leaves 2026: Parking & Booking Tips

Can you really find a fall landscape reminiscent of Canada right here in Yongin?

The Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) Global Campus Myeongsu-dang (명수당) is exactly that place! Golden autumn leaves line the waterside, making the nickname 'Canada of Korea' perfectly fitting.

However, starting this year, if you plan to visit by car on a weekend, reservations are absolutely essential!

A pre-reservation system for vehicles viewing the autumn leaves is now in effect. I’ve compiled all the details, including the parking reservation link and fees, so you don’t make a wasted trip!

Myeongsu-dang Autumn Leaves: Location & Essential Info

📌 While the vehicle reservation system applies to weekends, the parking fees listed above are also in effect on weekdays from October 24 – November 22, 2026! Don't confuse these with regular parking rates!

Myeongsu-dang Autumn Foliage: Who Needs to Reserve, Dates, and How to Apply

Reservations are required for vehicles visiting for autumn foliage viewing on Saturdays and Sundays during the specified period.

This isn't an individual admission ticket system; instead, unreserved vehicles will not be allowed to enter the campus!

You can reserve your autumn foliage viewing vehicle slot below!

👉 Reserve Myeongsu-dang Autumn Foliage Vehicle Parking

Simply click the link, apply for a reservation, confirm, then select your visit date and time slot, and you're all set!

You can also check and cancel your reservations from the same menu.

Reservations open every Monday at 2:00 PM!

Slots fill up quickly, so set your alarm and book early!

Myeongsu-dang Parking Fees and Reservation Time Slots

Reservation times are divided into three slots: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM / 12:00 PM–3:00 PM / 3:00 PM–6:00 PM.

Here's a crucial point:

You must enter and exit within your reserved 3-hour window!

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If you reserve the 12:00 PM–3:00 PM slot, it means you need to be *out* by 3:00 PM, not just enter by then!

During this trial operation period, you don't prepay when reserving. Instead, after entering, you can settle the parking fee via the 'pre-payment' menu on the reservation page before you exit.

📍 Free for less than 15 minutes after entry

₩3,000 (~$2) for 1 hour

₩9,000 (~$7) for 3 hours

Consider the time you'll need for photos and a leisurely stroll when deciding on your visit duration!

Myeongsu-dang: 'Canada of Korea' Autumn Scenery

The charm of Myeongsu-dang lies not just in a single maple tree, but in the sprawling landscape where water and forest converge.

Tall trees are painted in hues of gold and orange, while across the water, yellow ginkgo trees and rolling hills create a different ambiance than scenes filled solely with red maples!

Capturing the wide waterscape allows you to see the height and color of the trees together, truly evoking that Canadian autumn vibe!

To find such a magnificent and breathtaking scene on an autumn outing near Seoul is truly spectacular!

Myeongsu-dang Autumn Foliage Photo Zones: Waterside and Tree-lined Path

For the best photos, try two main compositions: the full waterside view and the tree-lined path.

Myeongsu-dang captured through the Metasequoia tree-lined path! Doesn't it look just like a Canadian park?

The sparkling sunlight on the water is another key highlight!

Instead of just focusing on the foliage, including the shimmering water (yunseul) of Myeongsu-dang truly captures that foreign autumn atmosphere, doesn't it?

Another fantastic spot at HUFS Yongin is the Metasequoia tree-lined path! I highly recommend taking vertical photos here!

Positioning people small at the bottom of the frame allows the towering trees and the autumn leaves overhead to create truly artistic shots. I captured so many masterpieces here!

Real-time Fall Foliage Status and Vehicle Entry Guidelines

I've visited every year for the past three years, and typically, you can enjoy beautiful autumn leaves from October 26 – November 10.

So, the time to go is now!

✔️ Important Vehicle Entry Notice!

Group vehicles with a capacity of 25 passengers or more are not permitted to enter, even with a prior reservation!

As this is a walking path within a university campus,

please be considerate when taking photos and do not obstruct student traffic!

My Verdict

After visiting in person, you'll truly understand why Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Global Campus Myeongsu-dang (명수당) is called the 'Canada of Korea'.

When by the water, try framing a nearby branch at the top of your shot, capturing the foliage across the way as well.

And the view of the distant Metasequoia trees and Myeongsu-dang from in front of the Liberal Arts Building (교양관) is simply a work of art!

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