Hallasan National Park launches crackdown on illegal camping and car sleeping

Bangtaesan Solmaru Pension & Auto Camping in Girin-myeon, Inje County, Gangwon Province, announced a special discount event until August 15. Phone reservations for two or more nights or groups of 10 or more receive a 5% discount on accommodation.

The Hallasan National Park Management Office in Jeju Province announced a special crackdown on unauthorized entry and illegal camping from July 24 to August 23. Patrols will be intensified on Friday nights and weekends, focusing on the Baengnokdam summit area and parking lots along Routes 516 and 1100. Violators face criminal charges or fines.

The 2026 Andong Su Festa will be held from July 25 to August 2 on the Nakdong River bank in Andong. Organized by the Korean Spirit and Culture Foundation, the event features swimming pools, water slides, water bikes, paddleboards, concerts (10CM, Kwon Jin-ah, Soyou, Secret, izna), food trucks, and a camping zone for motorhomes and tents. A shuttle boat connects the stream area to the main festival site. Operating hours are 10:00 to 21:00 daily.

A glamping park called Pocheon Glampark has opened in Pocheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, offering accommodation in 30 caravans. Located at 1925-47 Hwadong-ro, Idong-myeon, the park features modern amenities, barbecue facilities, a children's playground, a 1-km walking trail, and a pond. Stargazing and nature programs are available. The park operates year-round with parking for 50 vehicles. Caravan rental fees vary by season.

Wonju city government announced a plan to build a 26-space public parking lot for caravans on private land next to Barammori Small Park in the corporate city area. Residents filed complaints arguing the small lot would encourage illegal parking on nearby roads. The city is now reviewing whether to suspend the project due to the opposition.

Gunsan City (Jeonbuk Province) announced plans to build a pet camping site in the Geumgangho tourist zone. The project, costing 2 billion won (according to other sources — 8.4 billion won), includes 13 auto-camping spots, a dog park, toilets, and showers.