Geumsan County in South Korea has prohibited cooking and overnight camping in camper vans at public parking lots. The ban aims to address parking obstructions, safety hazards, and environmental pollution. Violators may face administrative guidance and fines.

Geumsan County in South Korea has prohibited cooking and overnight stays in camper vans at public parking lots. The new regulations aim to prevent conflicts with local residents and maintain public order. Violators will face fines.

Public parking lots in Gangwon Province are suffering from long-term parking by motorhomes and caravans. Local authorities admit the low effectiveness of enforcement measures, despite having legal grounds for towing. The number of domestic camping users increased from 5.38 million in 2019 to 7 million in 2024.

Camper vans are being used as private tutoring spaces in Seoul's Daechi-dong district. This practice is reportedly driven by high commercial rental costs and lower penalties for illegal vehicle use compared to leasing property. Authorities have observed instances of these vans parked on streets for conducting tutoring sessions.

The parking lot and pier area of Yeosu's Gukdong Port Waterfront Park are facing issues due to illegal long-term stays by campervans. As of December 11, around 20 campervans were parked there, causing sanitation and aesthetic problems. Despite the city issuing warnings and threatening towing on December 10, enforcement has been insufficient, with some vehicles reportedly occupying spots for years.

Numerous violations, including illegal parking of camper vans and caravans, cooking, and littering, have been confirmed at the Neungpo Fishing Park in Geoje, South Gyeongsang Province. Despite warning banners, the area is effectively unmanaged, causing traffic obstructions and environmental concerns. Local authorities stated that forced removal of vehicles faces practical limitations.

Free public parking lots near parks in Dong-gu, Daegu, are filled with long-term parked trucks and camper vans, causing inconvenience to residents. The local district office states it lacks regulations to impose fines or enforce towing, issuing only warnings. Other municipalities have implemented measures like fees or forced removal based on revised ordinances.

Incheon's Sorae Ecological Park public parking lot is facing unauthorized overnight parking by tour buses and campervans, despite a 2.5-ton weight limit. Vehicles exceeding the weight restriction are entering through open barriers, paying only 4,000 KRW to occupy multiple spaces or park in non-designated areas. This violates parking regulations and raises safety concerns, prompting calls for stricter enforcement from local officials. Management is currently tracking owners of long-term parked vehicles to address the issue.

A bill has been proposed in South Korea to curb the long-term occupation of free public parking lots by campervans and other vehicles. The amendment to the Parking Lot Act, introduced on November 6, 2025, expands the definition of long-term parking to the entire lot and allows for towing and fines of up to 1 million won for vehicles parked for over a month.

Parking lots in South Korea are overcrowded with caravans and travel trailers, while dedicated motorhome parking areas remain empty. On April 26, a parking lot at a sports park in Cheonan was occupied by trailers, causing inconvenience to residents. The issue stems from a rise in camping popularity and a lack of clear guidelines for long-term parking.

Daejeon City has failed to secure a budget for its official 'urban car camping site' project, leaving it without any designated areas for the popular activity. The project, a mayoral pledge to build a 60-space site by the end of 2026 with a budget of 3.5 billion won, was omitted from the 2026 main budget, halting construction. This occurs as national demand surges and a revised Parking Lot Act has banned camping in public parking lots, forcing residents to camp illegally or travel to neighboring regions.

Byeonsanbando National Park in South Korea has launched a special enforcement campaign against illegal camping and overnight vehicle stays. The crackdown, focused on the autumn peak season and nighttime hours, targets unauthorized cooking, camping, and parking. Violators face fines of up to 2 million won, with repeat offenders subject to legal prosecution.

The Byeonsanbando National Park Office announced a special crackdown on illegal activities within the park on October 16, ahead of the autumn peak season. The crackdown targets violations like unauthorized cooking, camping, and parking, which have increased with the rising popularity of recreational vehicles and car camping. Fines for violations can reach up to 2 million won under the Natural Parks Act.