Daewangam Park in Ulsan’s Dong-gu is free to enter except for a few facilities such as the auto-camping area. The suspension bridge and Ulgi Lighthouse are free too. The bridge runs 09:00–18:00, with last entry at 17:40. There is no night opening, though you can view the night lighting from outside. The span is a 303 m towerless cable-stayed suspension walkway, 1.5 m wide. Parking lots operate 10:00–19:00: weekdays give 2 hours free, weekends and holidays give a 20-minute free turnaround, then timed fees. Address: 95 Deungdae-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan. Park phone: +82-52-209-3738. Figures below match the Daewangam Park FAQ and suspension bridge facility page, verified 28 September 2026 (KST).
One-day route — loops, lighthouse, buses
Ulgi Lighthouse is free and always open. Address: 155 Deungdae-ro. Phone: +82-52-251-2125. The 1906 original tower is preserved as Lighthouse Cultural Heritage No. 9 / Registered Cultural Property No. 106; the candlestick-style new tower dates to 1987. Unofficial blogs sometimes list seasonal hours—those do not appear on the official page, so treat the lighthouse as always open. Overview: Ulgi Lighthouse page.
Four free loops: Coastal path (~40 min) toward Sildo, pebble beach, and lookouts; Legend Rock path (~30 min) past Tanggeon Rock, Yonggul cave, and Halmi Rock; Pine Forest path (~40 min) among about 15,000 pines; Four Seasons path (~15 min) along the central cherry avenue. Ulsan Tourism notes about 600 m of pine approach from the entrance toward the lighthouse. Trail pages start at the Coastal path.
| Trail | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal | ~40 min | Coast toward Sildo · pebbles · lookouts |
| Legend Rock | ~30 min | Tanggeon Rock · Yonggul · Halmi Rock |
| Pine Forest | ~40 min | ~15,000 pines |
| Four Seasons | ~15 min | Central cherry avenue |
Short on time? Walk the Four Seasons path only. With more time, link Coastal and Pine Forest toward Ulgi Lighthouse. Legend Rock has uneven granite—wear grippy shoes in wet weather.
FAQ terminus buses: 104, 124, village 32, and the city tour (via). From the entrance stop, walk about 15–20 minutes into the park. Address: 95 Deungdae-ro, Dong-gu, Ulsan (Ilsan-dong). Park phone: +82-52-209-3738. Most of the park is listed as usable 24 hours; Daewangam Rock and Daewang Bridge stay free-access but may close in typhoons or heavy rain.
The sea cable car (gondola) and any monorail are not available; no schedule. The gondola project never opened; after the city cancelled the agreement, a lawsuit has been reported. There is no operating monorail inside the park either. Ignore rumored fares, boarding times, or station maps. Stick to official notices and what you see on site.
Costs — bridge free, parking is the bill
The Daewangam Park Suspension Bridge is free. Hours are 09:00–18:00; last entry is 17:40, and everyone must leave by 18:00. There is no night boarding—you can only view the exterior night lighting. Specs: 303 m towerless suspension bridge, walkway 1.5 m wide, height 42.55 m (center 27.55 m), linking Hatgaebi and Surubang on the north coast. Bridge desk: +82-52-209-3767.
| Item | Official |
|---|---|
| Fee | Free |
| Hours | 09:00–18:00 (last entry 17:40) |
| Night | No opening · lighting viewable |
| Specs | 303 m · 1.5 m wide · towerless suspension |
| Ends | Hatgaebi – Surubang |
| Phone | +82-52-209-3767 |
Pets, wheelchairs, and strollers are not allowed on the bridge. Visitors under 13 and elderly guests need a guardian. High heels, food, smoking, and alcohol use are banned. The bridge closes in rain, under wind/rain/typhoon warnings, in sea fog with poor visibility, and during maintenance. A gale advisory (14 m/s wind / 20 m/s gust) triggers a closure per the facility page.
Last entry and night lighting
After 17:40 you cannot start a crossing. If you want sunset photos on the deck, arrive earlier. You cannot walk the bridge at night; lighting is for viewing from outside. Same-day weather and on-site announcements override the printed hours.
Outdoor and tower lots run 10:00–19:00. For a standard Grade-1 car on weekdays: free within 2 hours, ₩500 within 2 hours 30 minutes. On weekends and holidays: free within 20 minutes (turnaround), ₩500 for 20–30 minutes. Overtime blocks: ₩200 / 10 min, ₩400 / 20 min, ₩500 / 30 min. Vehicles over 2.5 t load capacity or 25 seats pay double the base rate.
| Zone | Weekday ≤2 h | Weekday ≤2 h 30 m | Weekend/holiday ≤20 m | Weekend/holiday 20–30 m | Extra ≤10 m | ≤20 m | ≤30 m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade-1 (standard car) | Free | ₩500 | Free (turnaround) | ₩500 | ₩200 | ₩400 | ₩500 |
National-merit and disability discounts: weekday 2 hours free then 50% off; weekend/holiday 1 hour free then 50% off. Shop parking coupons can cover 2 free hours on weekends/holidays. Compact cars (under 1,000 cc) and multi-child families get 60% off; day-of-week, eco, and pregnancy discounts are listed at 50%. Bring ID when a discount requires proof.
Sample parking costs by stay length
A weekday stay of up to 2 hours is ₩0. About 2 hours 20 minutes on a weekday falls in the 2 h 30 m band at ₩500. A quick weekend drop-off can use the 20-minute free turnaround. A 40-minute weekend stay adds about ₩200 for the next 10-minute block. Large vehicles (over 2.5 t / 25 seats) double those amounts. If you qualify for a discount, match the FAQ or booth fee table before you pay.
Before you go — closed days and weather holds
Regular closure is the second Tuesday of each month (calendar second Tuesday). The FAQ still says “2nd-week Tuesday,” while a 21 March 2022 operations notice clarifies second Tuesday of the month (not “week 2”). VisitKorea lists Second Tuesday of each month. This guide follows the notice and VisitKorea wording. The bridge is also closed on Seollal and Chuseok day per that notice.
Before you go, check which date is the second Tuesday on that month’s calendar. “Second week” and “second Tuesday” can land on different days depending on how the month starts. Cross-check the on-site notice with the FAQ.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is there a cable car or monorail? A. No service and no schedule. There is no operating facility, fare, or boarding information.
Q. Can I walk the bridge at night? A. There is no night opening. Hours are 09:00–18:00, last entry 17:40; after dark you can only view the exterior lighting.
Fees and hours can change with weather or maintenance. Recheck the FAQ and on-site notices before you go.
Photos: Wikimedia Commons — Daewangam Park (CC BY-SA 4.0, Shinfull·Choi2451), Ulgi Lighthouse (CC BY-SA 3.0, 책읽는달팽). Figures: Daewangam Park official FAQ and facility pages (verified 28 September 2026).
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