Everland is set to enter its fall foliage season starting this weekend. As the leaves change color across walking paths, attractions, and scenic drives, the 'Secret Ginkgo Forest,' the largest ginkgo grove in the country, will open to Garden Pass members on October 30.
According to Samsung C&T's resort division, Everland is home to thousands of trees from over ten species, including maple, ginkgo, and zelkova. The peak of the fall colors is expected between late October and early November.
The Korea Forest Service predicted the peak times for ginkgo and maple trees to be October 30 and October 31, respectively, in its fall foliage forecast map released on September 22.
Everland, a popular destination for autumn leaf viewing, offers various routes for visitors to enjoy the foliage, including walking paths, attractions, and scenic drives. The 'Sky Garden Path,' a one-kilometer trail, features over 10,000 trees, including plum and arrowwood, showcasing vibrant fall colors. The kokia, which turns color earlier than other plants, is currently at its peak.
Along the 'Ginkgo Path' that winds around the rose garden, yellow ginkgo leaves create a tunnel overhead. Nearby, the Four Seasons Garden offers a view of autumn flowers and garden scenery. In celebration of the fall festival running until November 22, Everland has decorated the Four Seasons Garden with marigolds and cosmos.
Visitors can also enjoy the fall colors from attractions. The 'Thunder Falls,' surrounded by dense forest, allows guests to experience the foliage up close while navigating the rapids. The wooden roller coaster 'MoniMoRUSH,' located on a mountainside, offers a breathtaking view of the fall colors from its peak at 56 meters before speeding down.
A scenic drive along the approximately five-kilometer stretch from the Masong Tollgate to the main entrance of Everland provides another way to enjoy the autumn foliage.
Additionally, starting October 30, Everland will offer a fall foliage experience program at the 'Secret Ginkgo Forest' for Garden Pass members. The Garden Pass is a subscription service that allows members to experience seasonal plant content related to flowers, forests, and gardens.
Located at the foot of Hyangsusan Mountain in Sinwon-ri, the Secret Ginkgo Forest spans about 150,000 square meters and is home to approximately 30,000 ginkgo trees. These trees, planted in the 1970s for forest restoration, have grown for over half a century, making it the largest ginkgo grove in the country.
When it was first opened to the public in 2024, all slots were filled within two minutes of registration. Last year, the program was well-received as a Garden Pass subscriber event.
This year, a variety of relaxation programs, including guided trekking and hammock meditation in the forest, are planned.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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