Looking for an island getaway without taking a ferry? Geogeumdo Island (거금도) in Goheung, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 고흥) can be reached directly by road via Geogeum Bridge (거금대교).
Opened in 2011, the 2,028m-long bridge connects the mainland, Sorokdo Island (소록도) and Geogeumdo, allowing visitors to arrive by car, bicycle or on foot.
🏝️ What to see
– Geogeumdo Coastal Trail (#거금도둘레길)
7 routes covering a total of 42.2 km, perfect for choosing a short walk or exploring the island over several visits.
– Ikgeum Beach (#익금해수욕장)
– Ocheon Pebble Beach (#오천몽돌해변)
– Sowondongsan Observatory (소원동산 전망대)
For hikers, Jeokdaebong Peak (적대봉) rises to 592m, offering panoramic views of the surrounding sea and islands on clear days.
Travel tip: Geogeumdo is a large island, so the easiest way to explore it is by car, while choosing scenic sections of the coastal trail to walk or cycle.
📍 Geogeumdo Island (거금도)
전라남도 고흥군 금산면
– Free entry
– Parking available
– Open year-round
From driving across the sea, walking along coastal trails and beaches to hiking a 592m mountain, Geogeumdo (거금도) is a great destination for a relaxing Korean island day trip.
