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Hot places · Chungju · Chungbuk

Chungju Lake

충주호

A vast mountain reservoir with viewpoints, cruise piers and scenic roads spread across several districts. This audited pin marks the government-published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel at Hamam-ri 361, not a universal entrance or cruise pier; choose any paid boat, trail or viewpoint separately. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

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Chungju · Chungbuk
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Korean map search · 충청북도 충주시 동량면 함암리 361 충주호
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OFFICIAL SOURCEVISITKOREA · Chungju Lake · catalogue checked August 26, 2026

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    PLAN THE VISIT

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    RegionChungju · Chungbuk
    Korean map search충청북도 충주시 동량면 함암리 361 충주호
    Regular closureCruises, trails, viewpoints, parking and waterside facilities can each close for weather, water level, maintenance or operator reasons

    Weather, safety, worship, event or maintenance notices can override this published baseline.

    Exact arrivalHamam-ri 361, Dongnyang-myeon, Chungju-si · government-published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel
    Map pinAudited destination coordinate

    The coordinate marks the government-published Hamam-ri 361 reference point. Route separately to a cruise pier, trailhead, dam facility or named viewpoint.

    Pin boundaryRepresentative Chungju-side lakeshore parcel, not a universal entrance or cruise pier
    Tourism contactChungju City tourism office 043-850-6722
    Cruise boundaryEvery pier, sailing, fare and ID requirement must be checked with the named operator
    Photo scopeThe reviewed photograph shows the real blue expanse of Chungju Lake between layered green mountains

    It does not prove today's water level, visibility, sailing, swimming permission, trail opening, road condition or public shoreline access.

    Map pinAudited official destination coordinate

    The place coordinate is exact; use the named gate, parking area or accessible entrance for the final route.

    Mobility checkTrail grade, steps, surface conditions, rest points and step-free alternatives are not assumed; check the official access notice.

    DAY-OF PLAN

    Know the sequence before you go.

    Times from the operator are kept separate from Korea Era planning guidance.
    1. 01
      Choose one exact lake experience

      A view stop, Jongdaengi-gil walk, Chungju Dam visit and cruise use different arrivals. Save the named product or trailhead rather than navigating only to 충주호.

    2. 02
      Use the published shore reference safely

      The audited pin identifies the government-published Chungju-side lake location. It is not a ticket office, universal viewpoint, swimming zone or launch ramp.

    3. 03
      Recheck water and transport conditions

      Fog, rain, wind, water level, road work and sparse bus service can change the usable shore route. Keep the return connection in the plan.

    MAKE A HALF-DAY OF IT

    Nearby, without another search spiral.

    01Nearby in the same area · Check live transit before combining

    Chungju Hwalok Cave

    A former talc mine adapted into a ticketed cave attraction with 2.5 kilometres of visitor passages and an optional underground-kayak zone. This audited pin marks the signed entrance; seasonal hours, Monday closure, 17:00 final admission, kayak capacity and the 11–15°C interior all require planning.

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    02Nearby in the same area · Check live transit before combining

    Chungju Free Market

    A covered central market with prepared food, produce, clothing and household stalls. This audited pin marks the published market address; the 09:00–20:00 market-level span, dates ending in 5 or 10, menus, queues, prices, card acceptance and six paid parking areas remain vendor- or date-specific.

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    03Nearby in the same area · Check live transit before combining

    Mireukdaewonji Temple Site · Chungju

    A mountain temple site preserving a monumental stone Buddha, pagodas and masonry beside the Haneuljae route. This audited pin marks the nationally published heritage parcel; the broad grounds are continuously open, but thresholds, uneven sections, weather and sparse rural transport shape the visit.

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    04Nearby in the same area · Check live transit before combining

    Haneuljae Pass

    A historic 525-metre pass reached from Mireukdaewonji by a preserved forest road. This corrected audited pin marks the Chungju-side trail arrival at Mireukrisaji-gil 150 rather than the summit; allow roughly 3.6 kilometres return and check national-park controls, weather, daylight and rural transport.

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    TRAVELER FAQ

    Answers worth checking before you leave.

    Does this pin mark a cruise terminal?

    No. It marks a published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel; cruise terminals are separate destinations.

    Can I swim where the photograph was taken?

    No permission is established. Use only an officially designated and currently open water activity area.

    Is every part of Chungju Lake in Chungju City?

    No. The reservoir spans a wide area, so confirm the municipality and exact shore stop before travel.

    Are the operating details for Chungju Lake live?

    The displayed guidance was checked September 9, 2026, but it is not a live operator feed. Open the linked official guide and a Korean map again on the day because hours, closures, tickets and transport can change.

    Can a traveller correct this page?

    Yes. Submit a sourced community wiki correction or a current field report; proposed facts are reviewed before becoming canonical information.

    ABOUT · KOREA ERA WIKI

    About Chungju Lake

    A vast mountain reservoir with viewpoints, cruise piers and scenic roads spread across several districts. This audited pin marks the government-published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel at Hamam-ri 361, not a universal entrance or cruise pier; choose any paid boat, trail or viewpoint separately. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.Recheck the official source before visiting.
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    KOREA ERA WIKI

    TRAVEL KNOWLEDGE DOCUMENT

    Chungju Lake

    충주호A reviewed foundation built from official sources. Traveler edits are checked before publication.
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    Contents
    1. 1Overview
    2. 2Key facts and visitor information
    3. 3Visit flow
    4. 4Traveler tips
    5. 5Nearby places
    6. 6Frequently asked questions
    7. 7Sources and revision history

    1. Overview

    A vast mountain reservoir with viewpoints, cruise piers and scenic roads spread across several districts. This audited pin marks the government-published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel at Hamam-ri 361, not a universal entrance or cruise pier; choose any paid boat, trail or viewpoint separately. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

    2. Key facts and visitor information

    RegionChungju · Chungbuk
    Korean map search충청북도 충주시 동량면 함암리 361 충주호
    Current accessOpen landscape with route-specific access; no single lake-wide opening schedule
    Regular closureCruises, trails, viewpoints, parking and waterside facilities can each close for weather, water level, maintenance or operator reasonsWeather, safety, worship, event or maintenance notices can override this published baseline.
    Exact arrivalHamam-ri 361, Dongnyang-myeon, Chungju-si · government-published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel
    Map pinAudited destination coordinateThe coordinate marks the government-published Hamam-ri 361 reference point. Route separately to a cruise pier, trailhead, dam facility or named viewpoint.
    Pin boundaryRepresentative Chungju-side lakeshore parcel, not a universal entrance or cruise pier
    Tourism contactChungju City tourism office 043-850-6722
    Cruise boundaryEvery pier, sailing, fare and ID requirement must be checked with the named operator
    Photo scopeThe reviewed photograph shows the real blue expanse of Chungju Lake between layered green mountainsIt does not prove today's water level, visibility, sailing, swimming permission, trail opening, road condition or public shoreline access.
    Current official guideMinistry of Culture, Sports and Tourism · Chungju Lake and Jongdaengi-gilChecked September 9, 2026; recheck the linked guide and live local notices before travel.
    Current official guideMinistry of Culture, Sports and Tourism · Chungju Lake and Jongdaengi-gilChecked September 9, 2026. Recheck current hours, admission, closures and transport before travel.
    Map pinAudited official destination coordinateThe place coordinate is exact; use the named gate, parking area or accessible entrance for the final route.
    Mobility checkTrail grade, steps, surface conditions, rest points and step-free alternatives are not assumed; check the official access notice.

    3. Visit flow

    1. 01
      Before travel

      Choose one exact lake experience

      A view stop, Jongdaengi-gil walk, Chungju Dam visit and cruise use different arrivals. Save the named product or trailhead rather than navigating only to 충주호.

    2. 02
      At Hamam-ri 361

      Use the published shore reference safely

      The audited pin identifies the government-published Chungju-side lake location. It is not a ticket office, universal viewpoint, swimming zone or launch ramp.

    3. 03
      Before committing to the return

      Recheck water and transport conditions

      Fog, rain, wind, water level, road work and sparse bus service can change the usable shore route. Keep the return connection in the plan.

    4. Traveler tips

    • Decide whether the goal is a view, walk, dam visit or cruise before opening navigation.
    • Never use an open-looking shore as permission to swim, launch, fish, park or cross private land.
    • Keep the Korean name and exact return stop offline because mobile coverage and rural buses vary.
    • Check wind, fog, rain and water-level notices before any boat or long shoreline plan.
    • Search “충청북도 충주시 동량면 함암리 361 충주호” in Naver Map or Kakao Map and confirm the exact entrance and return route.
    • Recheck weather, trail or garden closures, last entry and seasonal conditions before departure.
    • The audited coordinate identifies the named destination, but the final gate, parking area and step-free entrance still need a live route check.

    5. Nearby places

    Nearby in the same area

    Chungju Hwalok Cave

    A former talc mine adapted into a ticketed cave attraction with 2.5 kilometres of visitor passages and an optional underground-kayak zone. This audited pin marks the signed entrance; seasonal hours, Monday closure, 17:00 final admission, kayak capacity and the 11–15°C interior all require planning.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Chungju Free Market

    A covered central market with prepared food, produce, clothing and household stalls. This audited pin marks the published market address; the 09:00–20:00 market-level span, dates ending in 5 or 10, menus, queues, prices, card acceptance and six paid parking areas remain vendor- or date-specific.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Mireukdaewonji Temple Site · Chungju

    A mountain temple site preserving a monumental stone Buddha, pagodas and masonry beside the Haneuljae route. This audited pin marks the nationally published heritage parcel; the broad grounds are continuously open, but thresholds, uneven sections, weather and sparse rural transport shape the visit.

    Check live transit before combining
    Nearby in the same area

    Haneuljae Pass

    A historic 525-metre pass reached from Mireukdaewonji by a preserved forest road. This corrected audited pin marks the Chungju-side trail arrival at Mireukrisaji-gil 150 rather than the summit; allow roughly 3.6 kilometres return and check national-park controls, weather, daylight and rural transport.

    Check live transit before combining

    6. Frequently asked questions

    Does this pin mark a cruise terminal?

    No. It marks a published Chungju-side lakeshore reference parcel; cruise terminals are separate destinations.

    Can I swim where the photograph was taken?

    No permission is established. Use only an officially designated and currently open water activity area.

    Is every part of Chungju Lake in Chungju City?

    No. The reservoir spans a wide area, so confirm the municipality and exact shore stop before travel.

    Are the operating details for Chungju Lake live?

    The displayed guidance was checked September 9, 2026, but it is not a live operator feed. Open the linked official guide and a Korean map again on the day because hours, closures, tickets and transport can change.

    Can a traveller correct this page?

    Yes. Submit a sourced community wiki correction or a current field report; proposed facts are reviewed before becoming canonical information.

    7. Sources and revision history

    Foundation sourceVISITKOREA · Chungju Lake · catalogue checked August 26, 2026 ↗Recheck time-sensitive hours, prices and reservation rules on the official page.
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