Hallyeohaesang National Park (Odongdo)

This island, located in Yeosu City, appears leaf-shaped from a distance, and has been called "Odongdo" since ancient times because of the abundance of camellia trees. It also serves as the starting and ending point of the Dadohae Maritime National Park. The island, with an area of 125,620.4 square meters (approximately 38 acres), is home to a lush forest with 193 species of rare trees, including camellias, bamboo grass (Idae), evergreen trees, laurel trees, oak trees, and spindle trees. In particular, the camellia trees that grow naturally on the island form dense clusters, which is why it is also known as "Camellia Island" or "Island of Flowers in the Sea." The approximately 3,000 camellia trees that cover the entire island begin to bloom with one or two flowers as early as October, allowing visitors to see the red flowers even in the middle of winter. Around mid-February, about 30% of the trees bloom, and they reach full bloom around mid-March.
The coastline features rocky cliffs with prominent erosion formations, and stunning rock formations such as "snail rock," "screen rock," "elephant rock," "dragon's cave," and "roof rock" create a picturesque landscape. A lighthouse, known as Odongdo Lighthouse, is located on the southern tip of the island
Within the island, vehicle access is restricted to authorized vehicles only. Besides the "Dongbaek" train, which provides transportation to the island's interior, other options for getting to the island include tourist boats and motorboats.
The Dongbaek train operates with the following schedule: it departs every 30 minutes from 9:15 AM to 5:40 PM, and arrives every 30 minutes from 9:30 AM to 5:50 PM. Service is suspended during the lunch break, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Details

Admission fee

Free

Facility usage fee

[Camellia Train]
- Regular fare (one-way) 1,000 won
- Discounted rate (65 years and older / Yeosu residents / university students) 500 won※ Free: Under 6 years old / Yeosu residents 65 years and older / persons of national merit / persons with disabilities※ For details, refer to the website

Parking fee

First 30 minutes free / 500 won every 30 minutes thereafter / Maximum 5,000 won per day

Restroom

Yes