Yeongjin Beach, Gangneung
Beach, fishing village · Data as of
Yeongjin Beach in Gangneung is open at all times with no admission fee, in a small fishing village beside a gently sloping harbor. It is described as quiet and clean, good for families on summer holiday, and about 60 fishing households catch plenty of flatfish and clams with 35 boats between February and October. Yeongjin Port is known for good catches, so you often see boat-fishing enthusiasts. A rite for a good catch is held once every three years. It is in Yeongjin-ri, Yeongok-myeon; for inquiries, call +82-33-660-3682.
- Location
- 강원특별자치도 강릉시 연곡면 영진리 357-155
- Opening hours
- Always open
- Closed
- Open all year
- Admission
- Free
- Contact
- +82-33-660-3682
- Restrooms
- Available
Official information page (Korean)
What is Yeongjin Beach?
Short answer: A beach in a fishing village in Yeongjin-ri, Yeongok-myeon, close to the Yeongjin Port breakwater and described as a family holiday spot.
It is a small fishing village with a strong smell of the sea, and in the summer holiday season many visitors come from elsewhere.
What are the opening hours and admission fee?
Short answer: Admission is free, and it is always open, every day of the year.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 강원특별자치도 강릉시 연곡면 영진리 357-155 |
| Opening hours | Always open |
| Closed | Open all year |
| Admission | Free |
| Contact | +82-33-660-3682 |
| Restrooms | Available |
Yeongjin Beach is always open, with no time limits. The rite for a good catch is held once every three years, so check the schedule with the City of Gangneung. Boats fishing for flatfish and clams come and go at Yeongjin Port between February and October, so at that time of year you can see the harbor at work. For inquiries, call +82-33-660-3682.
What should I see at Yeongjin Beach?
Short answer: Walk the beach and the breakwater, and watch the fishing boats and anglers at Yeongjin Port.
About 60 fishing households catch plenty of flatfish and clams with 35 boats between February and October. Yeongjin Port is known for good catches, so you often see boat-fishing enthusiasts.
The rite for a good catch, held once every three years, is described as a unique experience for visitors.
Korea Tourism Organization Hallyu travel information lists the breakwater here as a filming location of a TV drama, and many people still take photos here remembering the drama.
Where can I stay near Yeongjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is 영진을 담다 (hostel), about 1 min walk. These are the 3 closest stays within 1 km.
| Stay | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 영진을 담다 | Hostel | 51 m | About 1 min walk |
| 영진을담다 2차 | Hostel | 51 m | About 1 min walk |
| 리비에라 | Pension | 55 m | About 1 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 Yeongjin Beach?
Short answer: 5 restaurants between 40 m and 144 m, listed from the closest.
| Restaurant | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 뱃노리 | Outdoor pub | 40 m | About 1 min walk |
| 치아바타 영진해수욕장점 | Café | 50 m | About 1 min walk |
| 행복을굽는빵집 | Café | 137 m | About 2 min walk |
| 통수네 | Korean | 142 m | About 2 min walk |
| 연곡치킨 | Fried chicken | 144 m | About 2 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 Yeongjin Beach. Tap a pin to see its name and distance.
What else is there to see near Yeongjin Beach?
Short answer: The closest is Yeongok Beach (about 1.5 km (straight line)), and there are 2 attractions within 4 km.
| Attraction | Type | Distance | Getting there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeongok Beach | Swimming beach | 1.5 km | About 1.5 km (straight line) |
| Jumunjin Lighthouse | Lighthouse | 3.3 km | About 3.3 km (straight line) |
Who is Yeongjin Beach good for?
- Anyone looking for a quiet fishing-village beach
- Those who like harbor and breakwater scenery
- Families looking for a short stop
- Anyone who wants to see the harbor busy with fishing boats between February and October
Check before you go
- Check the date of the rite for a good catch with the City of Gangneung
- For boat fishing, check the operators and the rules
- It can be busy in the summer holiday season, so allow plenty of time
Checklist
- Allow time to walk the breakwater and the beach
- Check the date of the rite for a good catch
- Pick nearby restaurants and cafés on the map in advance
Photos of Yeongjin Beach
Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to Yeongjin Beach?
It is free and always open, every day of the year.
What kind of place is Yeongjin Beach?
A quiet beach in a small fishing village beside a gently sloping harbor.
Are there any events at Yeongjin Beach?
A rite for a good catch is held once every three years.
Where is the closest place to stay near Yeongjin Beach?
Hostel 영진을 담다 is the closest (about 1 min walk). Its page, in Korean, shows the check-in time and nearby restaurants and cafés.
Things to do in Gangneung
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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.