Balwangsan Cable Car

Korean name: 발왕산 관광케이블카

Gangwon

Balwangsan Cable Car is a 7.4 km round-trip line that runs for 18 minutes from the Dragon Plaza boarding area to Dragon Castle at the summit of Balwangsan (1,458 m), using 100 eight-person cabins.

About

Equipped with 100 eight-passenger cabins, Balwangsan Cable Car is a 7. 4-kilometer-long cable car that ensures a swift and safe ride. Departing from the Dragon Plaza Platform to reach the Dragon Castle Platform at the summit of Balwangsan Mountain, it offers the longest cable car ride in Korea.

The ride takes about 18 minutes and makes one feel as if they are soaring through the sky at 1,458 meters above ground. The cable car is subject to be out of operation in adverse weather conditions, so visitors are advised to check in advance.

Key details

Address: 715 Olympic-ro, Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Opening hours: 09:00–17:00 (please see the official website for details)
Closed: For regular closure days, please see the official website. Outside of regular closures, the cable car does not operate in bad weather such as strong winds or lightning.
Contact: 033-330-7423
Region: Gangwon

Operating details can change. Please check the official information again before you go.