View looking North from Sochongbong Peak.

Soraksan National Park is located about 160KM northeast from Seoul. The park lies on the east
coast near the coastal city of Sokcho. Sokcho is located just off the right side of the frame.
On a clear day, the East Sea (Sea of Japan), and the DMZ to the north are easily seen.

The highest summit (Taechongbong-located behind the camera) is at 1709 meters eleavation.
Even without deep snow and having long summer daylight, the round-trip 24KM hike is very
challenging. It is best to stay overnight at the summit shelter.