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Jirisan (Cheonwangbong)

South Korea · Jirisan National Park

Cheonwangbong is the highest summit on Jirisan and gives the challenge its longest, most sustained ridge day.

Mountain route map

Mapped approach and summit route lines from linked itineraries.

What to expect on this mountain

Cheonwangbong is the highest summit on Jirisan and gives the challenge its longest, most sustained ridge day.

Long ascent, rapid weather changes, and a committing summit ridge make this the biggest endurance day of the three.

Guided summit options for Jirisan (Cheonwangbong)

These guided itineraries explicitly include a summit of Jirisan (Cheonwangbong).

Guided

South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge

South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge is the 7-day option for South Korea Big 3 Challenge. It is graded challenging and reaches about 1,947 metres. The itinerary follows a guided format with day-to-day timing adjusted to conditions, travel logistics, and acclimatisation needs.

Duration
7 days
Difficulty
Challenging
Distance
56 km
Total climb
5,200M

Support style: Guide-led Three Peaks itinerary across South Korea

Nearby itineraries and route styles

These itineraries are relevant to the area and base logistics. Some do not include a summit of Jirisan (Cheonwangbong).

Summer South Korea Big 3 Challenge - South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge is the 7-day option for South Korea Big 3 Challenge. It is graded challenging and reaches about 1,947 metres. The itinerary follows a guided format with day-to-day timing adjusted to conditions, travel logistics, and acclimatisation needs. Includes Jirisan (Cheonwangbong) summit Trip family: South Korea Big 3 Challenge

Summit trips

Adventure South Korea Big 3 Challenge 7-day hiking itinerary, reaching about 1,947 metres