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Sokcho Beach
Best time to visit
July-August, when the water warms up to 22-24°C. Come by 6:30 AM to catch the fishermen with their catch and to secure the best spot under the pine trees before the crowds arrive.
Budget tips
Beach entry is completely free year-round. Renting an umbrella and sun lounger will cost about 10,000 won (700 rubles), and a serving of freshly fried squid on the waterfront is only 5,000 won.
Recommended for
Families with children, Amateur photographers, Seafood lovers, Budget travelers
Plan your visit
2-4 hours
About
Quick facts: Fine white sand stretches for 1.5 kilometers along the coast of the East Sea. The waves here are fairly calm, and the water warms up to a comfortable 24 degrees by mid-July.
Highlights: Early in the morning, before the first beachgoers arrive, right on the beach you can see local fishermen pulling nets full of freshly caught fish by hand, which can be bought on the spot. A pine grove just 50 meters from the water provides dense shade, and the scent of pine needles mixes with the salty breeze a unique bouquet you will not find on other beaches.
Insider tips
- Come by 8 AM to enjoy the quiet and perfect lighting for photos without crowds in the background.
- Bring a mat and food for a picnic under the pines. There are free tables, but they get taken quickly.
- Try hwe (회) raw fish at one of the roadside restaurants right by the beach. It is half the price compared to downtown.
- Right behind the beach there are free showers and changing rooms, but you need to bring your own soap and towel.
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