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Attraction

Soyang Dam (소양강댐)

Soyang Dam (소양강댐)
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Address

1128, Sinsaembat-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

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About

Built in October 1973, Soyang Dam is the largest dam in Korea. It stands 123 meters high and 530 meters long and can hold up to 29 million tons of water. The stored water which has become Soyangho Lake, is Korea's largest man-made lake, spanning a large area that borders the Gangwon-do cities and districts of Chuncheon, Hongcheon, Yanggu, and Inje. Visitors can enjoy riding a ferry or walking on the 2.5-kilometer walking trail. Various restaurants and attractions are also nearby.