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The Cheongnyangsan Suwon Campground, established through cooperation between Suwon and Bonghwa County, North Gyeongsang Province, has recorded 10,832 cumulative visitors since opening on October 22 last year through August 31. Suwon residents accounted for 64% (6,942 visitors). The campground features 12 auto-camping sites, 18 accommodation units (six-person caravans, mini-caravans, glamping), and programs linked to local specialties, including apple craft activities. Reservations are accepted from the 1st to the 15th of each month via the Camping Talk app or website; half of the facilities are allocated by lottery to Suwon and Bonghwa residents. Suwon and Bonghwa residents, basic livelihood recipients, national merit holders, disabled people, and families with multiple children receive a 50% fee reduction.
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Kia has announced plans to expand its conversion ecosystem for PBV electric vehicles. At its Hwaseong plant, the company provides workspace and equipment to external converters at its conversion center and publishes technical data for the PV5 and PV7 models on the conversions.kia.com portal. This allows small companies to develop specialized versions such as campers, school buses, and refrigerated vans without disassembling and measuring the vehicle.
The September 9 episode of MBC's 'Today N' will show a mother-daughter camper trip. Kim Hee-sook, 76, who prefers hotels to camping, joins her daughter, a camper with 20 years of experience, in a used cargo truck converted into a camper for 3.9 million won. The vehicle features a foldable table and a carpet that turns into a bed. They will camp in Gijang, Busan, and eat seafood and ramyeon.
The Cheongnyangsan Suwon camping site, located in Bonghwa County, North Gyeongsang Province, has attracted over 10,000 visitors in the 10 months since its opening. As of August 31, the cumulative number of visitors reached 10,832, with Suwon residents accounting for 64% (6,942). The site opened on October 22 last year, operated on a trial basis until November 30, was closed from December to March, and reopened on April 1. During the 40-day trial period, 2,660 people visited, and from April 1 to August 31, 8,172 people came. The facility includes 12 auto-camping sites, 6 six-person caravans, 5 mini-caravans, and 7 glamping zones, along with various amenities. Reservations are made through the Campingtalk app and website, with 50% of spots allocated to Suwon and Bonghwa residents. Discounts of 50% are available for eligible groups.
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Suwon City reported that the Cheongnyangsan Suwon Campsite in Bonghwa County, North Gyeongsang Province, has recorded 10,832 cumulative visitors since opening on October 22 last year, with 6,942 (64%) being Suwon residents. The campsite features 12 auto-camping sites, six 6-person caravans, five mini-caravans, and seven glamping units. Half of the facilities are reserved for Suwon and Bonghwa residents, with 50% discounts for eligible groups. A satisfaction survey is planned until the 16th.
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Cheongnyangsan Suwon camping site in Bonghwa County surpassed 10,000 visitors in 10 months. 64% of guests are Suwon residents.
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In South Korea's national parks, the items visitors need to bring vary by accommodation type. Shelters and campgrounds have different usage rules, and even caravans and houses at the same campground may not have the same amenities. The Korea National Park Service advises checking for bedding and cooking supplies, as well as check-in and check-out times, which can differ by facility.
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County councilor Kim Won-jin demanded Buan County disclose the legal basis for reversing its earlier decision to demolish caravans at Jiksocheon auto camping site. The county initially treated the units as illegal buildings but later excluded them from building approval after the operator demonstrated their mobility. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport has consistently held in 2013 and 2024 interpretations that the key criterion is not whether a structure can be moved, but whether there is practical benefit in moving it. The county cited the lack of clear standards for assessing such benefit, raising concerns about consistency and fairness in administrative decisions.
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Seongnam's Yuldong Auto Camping Site, already under investigation for operating as an unregistered campsite, now faces allegations that a dog playground on its grounds was built contrary to the approved park plan. A civic group is demanding verification of proper administrative procedures and threatens legal action if authorities do not respond.
Since November 2024, Cheongju has charged a fee for vehicles parked over 48 hours at public lots, ending the long-term occupation of these spaces. However, motorhomes and caravans have moved to peripheral roads and residential neighborhoods, causing complaints from residents. A paid dedicated lot with 30 spaces in Hyeondo-myeon is underused due to its distance from the city center, and legal measures to prevent long-term parking on regular roads are limited.
On the evening of September 5, a caravan caught fire in a park in Samcheon-dong, Chuncheon, and was extinguished without injuries. The fire started at 9:01 PM and was brought under control in 11 minutes. Damage is estimated at about 37,000 won, with one inverter destroyed. Authorities suspect the cause was inverter overheating.
In the April 4 episode of 'I Live Alone', Kim Dae-ho showcased his conversion of a Damar Gigini into a camper, spending about 6 million won. He admitted to feeling lonely for a while and took a trip to the seaside to enjoy a sense of freedom. Earlier, the show's producers issued a formal apology over controversy surrounding Jun Hyun-moo's spontaneous trip to Kazakhstan, clarifying that while staff preparations were made in advance, the ticket was purchased by him on the day of departure.
The Urideul Campground in Gapyeong County, Gyeonggi Province, about 60 km from Seoul, features a roughly 5,000-pyeong site along a valley with modern facilities. Admission is 10,000 won for adults and 5,000 won for children, with operating hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Weekly programs include campfires and stargazing.
Broadcaster Kim Dae-ho converted his Daewoo Damas, purchased for about 4 million won, into a camper van, spending an additional 6 million won on the modification. The vehicle, nicknamed 'Damargini', was featured in episode 663 of MBC's 'I Live Alone' on September 4. During the trip, Kim spoke candidly about feeling lonely despite appearing to live a fulfilling life.
Broadcaster Kim Dae-ho revealed his customized Damas vehicle, purchased for about 4 million won, on episode 663 of MBC's 'I Live Alone.' He invested around 6 million won in modifications to create a camping and travel space. During the trip, Kim admitted to feeling lonely despite his outwardly carefree single lifestyle.
The parking lot of Namdong Sports Complex in Incheon is being used for long-term storage of campers, caravans, and trailers for yachts and water leisure equipment, raising concerns about poor management. Photos taken on September 3 show large vehicles occupying multiple parking spaces. Local residents complain that the parking lot is not a warehouse for personal leisure equipment. The Namdong-gu office has not yet conducted an inspection to verify compliance with parking regulations.
North Jeolla Province announced on the 4th that it will hold the 'Saemangeum Auto & Leisure Camping Show' at the Saemangeum Convention Center in Gunsan until the 6th. The event, now in its seventh year, aims to expand market opportunities for the local camping and leisure industry and boost regional tourism. Exhibits include motorhomes, caravans, camping gear, and food, along with local festivals, tent setup races, and other activities.
Ilyeong Muduri Campground, located in Jangheung-myeon, Yangju, Gyeonggi Province, covers about 10,000 square meters and operates year-round. The site provides camping pitches, parking for about 50 vehicles, and rental of camping equipment. Admission is 5,000 won per adult, opening hours are 9:00–18:00, and overnight stays require advance reservation. Nearby attractions include a 2-km trail along the valley, photo spots, and barbecue facilities.
Gyeonggi Province has published photographs of the auto camping site on Jarasum Island in Gapyeong County. The images were added to the provincial photo archive, with the shooting date listed as October 29, 2013. The material is available under a Creative Commons license requiring attribution, non-commercial use, and no modifications.