Chilpo Beach

Korean name: 칠포해수욕장

Gyeongbuk

Chilpo Beach lies about 13 km north of Pohang, with a 4 km stretch of sand backed by pine forest. Visitors can enjoy its shallow, clear water and a seaside walking trail.

About

Chilpo Beach is located 13 km north of Pohang and opened early as a swimming beach thanks to its broad sands and clear, shallow water. The sandy shore is 4 km long and 200–300 m wide, surrounded by pine forest.

The average depth is 1 m, so the water near the shore is shallow for children and reaches an adult's shoulder further out. Nearby rocks allow sea fishing, and the Chilpo recreation area has a hotel, a convenience store, showers, parking and public restrooms.

The beach is where Haeparang Trail Courses 17 and 18 meet, and the Chilpo Jazz Festival has been held here every September since 2007.

Key details

Address: Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Opening hours: Open at all times
Closed: Open year-round (swimming is restricted during bad weather or when harmful marine organisms appear)
Contact: 054-261-3001
Region: Gyeongbuk

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