Sageunjin Beach, Gangneung
Swimming beach · Data as of
Sageunjin Beach in Gangneung is a small beach adjoining Gyeongpo Beach, open at all times. It is 600 m long; for inquiries, call +82-33-660-3978. It is in Anhyeon-dong, its sand covers 24,000 m², and it is known for the combination of a wide sandy beach and pine forest. The name Sageunjin is said to mean "the ferry landing where the pottery seller lived," after a man from the southern provinces who came to sell pottery (sagi), settled here, and both fished from a small boat and sold pottery. There are changing rooms, water taps and parasols. No admission fee is listed in official data, so check on site.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 해안로604번길 16
- Opening hours
- Always open
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Check on site
- Contact
- +82-33-660-3978
- Restrooms
- Available
Official information page (Korean)
What is Sageunjin Beach?
Short answer: A small beach in Anhyeon-dong, 600 m long with 24,000 m² of sand, right next to Gyeongpo Beach.
The wide sandy beach and pine forest make a beautiful landscape. Official information notes that, adjoining Gyeongpo Beach, it is convenient to use.
What are the opening hours and admission fee?
Short answer: No admission fee is listed in official data, so check on site. It is always open, every day of the year.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 강원특별자치도 강릉시 해안로604번길 16 |
| Opening hours | Always open |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Check on site |
| Contact | +82-33-660-3978 |
| Restrooms | Available |
No admission fee is listed in official data, so ask on site. It adjoins Gyeongpo Beach, so the two are easy to walk on the same day.
What should I see at Sageunjin Beach?
Short answer: Walk the sand and the pine forest, and find the changing rooms, water taps and parasols.
The name Sageunjin is said to mean "the ferry landing where the pottery seller lived": long ago, a man who came from the southern provinces to sell pottery settled here and both fished from a small boat and sold pottery.
Official information says there are several neatly kept guesthouses (minbak) nearby.
Where can I stay near Sageunjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is 미라벨 펜션 (hostel), about 4 min walk. These are the 3 closest stays within 1 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 미라벨 펜션 | Hostel | 335 m | About 4 min walk |
| CN6 POOL VILLA | Hostel | 418 m | About 5 min walk |
| Lido poolvilla | Hostel | 685 m | About 9 min walk |
Distances are straight-line distances, so the actual route may be longer; walking times assume 80 m per minute. Select a stay to open its page (in Korean) with check-in times and nearby restaurants and cafés. Property names are shown as officially registered in Korean.
Where can I eat or get coffee near Sageunjin Beach?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 73 m and 82 m, and 5 cafés between 134 m and 887 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 강릉경포닭강정 | Fried chicken | 73 m | About 1 min walk |
| 유천가든 강릉직영점 | Korean | 74 m | About 1 min walk |
| 오봉이돼지국밥 | Gukbap (rice soup) | 81 m | About 1 min walk |
| 강릉역옹막 경포점 | Korean | 81 m | About 1 min walk |
| 포시즌 버거&펍 | Burgers | 82 m | About 1 min walk |
| Café | Type | Signature menu | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 백야커피 | Dessert café | 아이스아메리카노 | 134 m | About 2 min walk |
| 5to7 강릉 오투칠 | Dessert café | 수플레, 피크닉 무료대여 | 182 m | About 2 min walk |
| 휴가카페 | Café with a view | 아메리카노, 카페라떼 | 334 m | About 4 min walk |
| 바다카페 | Café | 아메리카노, 에스프레소 | 449 m | About 6 min walk |
| 카페라카이 | Café | 정보 없음 | 887 m | About 11 min walk |
Select a name to open its page on our restaurant or café guide (in Korean). The small dots on the map also show nearby places that are not in the tables.
See it on the map
The large purple pin is Sageunjin Beach. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Sageunjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is Sunpo Wetland (about 1.3 km (straight line)), and there are 5 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunpo Wetland | Wetland park | 1.3 km | About 1.3 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpo Beach | Swimming beach | 1.4 km | About 1.4 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpoho Lake | Lake, migratory bird habitat | 1.8 km | About 1.8 km (straight line) |
| Gyeongpodae Pavilion | Pavilion, Treasure, Scenic Site | 1.9 km | About 1.9 km (straight line) |
| Heo Nanseolheon Pine Forest | Pine forest | 2.5 km | About 2.5 km (straight line) |
Who is Sageunjin Beach good for?
- Anyone looking for a slightly quieter spot next to Gyeongpo Beach
- Those who want a short walk on a small beach
- Anyone staying around Gyeongpo and looking for a beach within walking distance
Check before you go
- Check admission information on site
- Check the swimming season with the City of Gangneung
Checklist
- Allow time to walk on to Gyeongpo Beach
- Find where the facilities are
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Sageunjin Beach
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Sageunjin Beach?
No admission fee is listed in official data, so check on site. It is always open, every day of the year.
What does the name Sageunjin mean?
It is said to come from "the ferry landing where the pottery seller lived."
What facilities are there?
There are changing rooms, water taps and parasols.
Where is the closest place to stay near Sageunjin Beach?
Hostel 미라벨 펜션 is the closest (about 4 min walk). Its page, in Korean, shows the check-in time and nearby restaurants and cafés.
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Sources
- Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI, Korean-language tourist information (attraction details) · Korea Tourism Organization · accessed 2026-10-23 (Korean-language source)
- Official information page · Operator · accessed 2026-10-23 (Korean-language source)
Fees, hours and closing days can change. Please check with the site before you visit.